I only have urgency issues in the morning (sometimes, not all the time) so it's been easy to hide. I agree I need to be honest, but this guy is a health freak and I'm afraid he'll think I'm flawed...
Hi, I know this isn't the usual question, but here goes: I've been with my boyfriend off and on for almost a year. We recently decided to commit to a serious relationship (i.e. we're testing the...
Hi, I'm writing for some encouragement. I'm having my routine colonoscopy this Friday, my second one since I was diagnosed with UC in 2008, and I'm terrified for some reason. I think it's because I'm...
Thank you. Your response was reassuring. Yes, of course, my brother knows I have UC. Coincidentally, he administers anesthesia to IBD patients during colonoscopies, but he still insists I have an...
Hi, I've had UC for 3 years now and since then, I've lost about 10 pounds. I'm 5'8 and weight between 127 and 130 lbs. My doctor tells me I'm thin, but not "unhealthy thin" and that people with UC...
Hi, Here's my situation: I've been in a moderate flare for several months (too long). I was prescribed prednisone by my GI, but I've put off taking it because I do not tolerate it well. My question...