Stomach Issues - Maybe Crohns?

After reading some posts on the crohns forum, I thought I would post something of my own that I am really unsure of ... can I get some advice?

 

I am 30 years old and I have been having stomach problems for about a year now. I thought maybe it was my diet but I have cut out alot of foods and "junk" and the stomach issue seems to continue. I often  have diarrhea everyday (maybe even twice a day) and right after eating. I thought it might be a gluten problem so I cut out gluten for a month and still had the same issues. I can tell when I am going to have a stomach issue because I get really hot and the cramping begins. The cramping hurts so much that it sometimes makes me cry. Within in the last month or so, I have also noticed that I am not digesting the food so well .... most salads, raw vegetables and fruits. I sometimes notice (this might be too much information) that its only the foods that come out and not actual diarrhea. (gross I know).

 

Does anyone have this same problem - or maybe know what I should do?

You should see a GI Doctor. As Kazbern said above, you will probably be sent for blood work. The Dr will be looking at your sed rate to see if it is elevated. If its elevated that is an indication that there is inflammation in your body. He will also be looking at other levels for indication of bleeding that is not always visible by the naked eye. There are many clues in just blood work alone.

Good luck

I've been having the exact same issues for the past few months. I tried cutting out gluten, coffee, alcohol, different types of food, etc, and no relief from the diarrhea and cramping. I'm anxious to finally see the gastroenterologist in 2 weeks. Hope you find a doctor and a diagnosis.