How big of a deal is this?

So I have been having skin issues likely related to my UC/possibly Crohns colitis and I have a new one. I have been noticing a couple red raised bumps on my shins and lower legs, kind of sensitive but not really a big deal. So out of curiousity, I google erythema nodosum and see pics of exactly what I see on my legs. I read descriptions of them being very painful and sometimes ulcerating, neither of which has occurred. I will say my large painful pimples all over my body are still an issue on my face, scalp and a little on my genital area, and seem to be increasing a little recently. My GI tract is behaving for the most part, though my stools are kind of hard and not really regular and I have been seeing some mucus and blood once in a while.

Soo, I wonder how big of a deal all this is. I really feel pretty good in general and don't feel like I am flaring at all, but just thought I would get some other thoughts.

aquafly, the few doctors I have had always checked me for those painful bumps on the legs you are referring to, unfortunately its a skin issue accompanied with UC/crohns. =/ I will say, that ever since I started prednisone last year, I do get these bumps on my back, but I feel like i can attribute them to a food allergy, my face, however, is perfect for once in my life.

May want to follow up with your doc to see what you can do about them. =/

Thanks everyone. I am seeing my dermatologist today to see if this is erythema nodosum, I was told over the phone I would probably need a biopsy so they can say definitely if that is what it is. Apparently its a Cimzia side effect as well. I would categorize them as a minor nuisance right now, though they are a bit painful to sit on or put any pressure on. Yea, one more fun thing add to the IBD list!