Crohn's & Colitis

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What are Crohn's & Colitis?
- What is Crohn's Disease
- What is Ulcerative Colitis
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What’s available to treat IBD and what you should know about these medications.

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Learn about CCFA’s mission: to cure Crohn'sdisease and ulcerative colitis, and to improve the quality of life of those affected.
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Have a tip to fight fatigue? Know a Crohn’s-friendly travel location? Got a question of your own? Share tips with people who know what it’s like to live with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis.

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SUMMARY
The most recent comments were made in Everyday Living discussion board on May 23, 2013.	Total number of posts in the forum: 788 New posts in the last 7 days: 54

BOARDS	TOPICS	POSTS	LATEST POST
Newly Diagnosed Being diagnosed with Crohn’s or colitis can be overwhelming to say the least.	23	179	May 20, 2013 10:03 PM EST By kman484
Managing Symptoms No two people experience the same symptoms of Crohn’s or colitis.	37	154	May 20, 2013 1:31 AM EST By nabi
Treatments Get the support you may need to stay on top of your treatment.	46	146	May 23, 2013 7:18 AM EST By momofrrr
Everyday Living Although Crohn’s and ulcerative colitis are serious, chronic conditions, most patients lead happy, fulfilling lives.	16	31	May 23, 2013 10:29 AM EST By ejc
Diet & Nutrition Because Crohn's and ulcerative colitis are diseases of the digestive tract, many patients and caregivers have questions about the role of diet and nutrition.	10	26	May 20, 2013 10:59 AM EST By frankme
Emotional Wellness Living with Crohn’s or colitis can take its toll on your emotional well-being.	11	46	May 20, 2013 11:30 AM EST By geekyra
Dealing With Surgery / Life After Surgery Facing surgery for your Crohn’s or colitis can be frightening. Share your concerns, and learn what to expect before and after surgery.	10	39	May 15, 2013 11:30 AM EST By rsokol55
Parents and Caregivers If you're a parent or a caregiver to someone with Crohn's disease or colitis, here is your chance to share your thoughts, concerns, and questions with others facing similar challenges.	18	57	May 19, 2013 2:07 PM EST By kman484
Young Adults Being a young adult is a time filled with transitions and changes—let alone having Crohn's or ulcerative colitis.	9	39	May 21, 2013 4:48 PM EST By mzjanee
Women's Issues Share your concerns about Crohn's disease or colitis in our forum created especially for women.	6	13	May 10, 2013 2:27 PM EST By ketaylor1200
Travel Vacations, business trips, or even shopping outings can cause anxiety for Crohn’s and colitis patients.	5	8	Apr 18, 2013 1:31 AM EST By debbiecmaota
Men's Issues Feel free to talk about Crohn's disease or colitis in our forum just for men.	4	10	Apr 11, 2013 1:27 AM EST By grgpplws

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