Right after you are diagnosed with ulcerative colitis, it FOR SURE is an awful time. With doctor appointments nearly every day, and medications needing to be picked up from the store and countless visits to the bathroom each day…it’s not a fun time. But like other parts of UC, the diagnosis period is part of the process to getting things under control and the stories below detail first hand experiences of what it is like.
Introduction: I am 41 years old and live in East Yorkshire, England. I have been suffering with UC symptoms for 20 years but only recently had a confirmed diagnosis. When I am symptom free I enjoy an active lifestyle which includes running half marathons amongst many other outdoor activities. My current flare-up has been with me since Christmas 2011 and there appears to be no… Read More »Running To The Toilet, Not For A Medal!
Introduction: I am 28 years old and recently diagnosed with UC within the last 6 months have been battling the disease for almost a year now. I am married with a 156 lbs. Great Dane for a child. Future plans to start a human family lol as soon as I can get my UC into remission. I currently work in the industrial chemistry research and… Read More »28 and Newly Diagnosed
Introduction: Hi! I’m Meghan, 33, mother of two wonderful little girls. Just diagnosed with UC, a little overwhelmed and scared. So lucky to have an amazing, supportive husband by my side. My Symptoms: over the past 4 months I’ve been suffering from severe weight loss, diarrhea, blood and mucus. My Story: I have been suffering from digestive issues since 2008, but I was told it… Read More »Where to Start – Just Diagnosed with UC
Introduction: Tummy problems for last 20 years or so, mostly bloody constipation alternating with diarrhea. Just diagnosed at age 41. Married for ten years to a very supportive husband. Used to enjoy a fairly active lifestyle before this started. I’m already sick of thinking and worrying about UC all the time. My Colitis Symptoms Right Now: Clear mucus dumping, bloating, abdominal pain, weight loss, appetite… Read More »Just Diagnosed and Freaking Out
Introduction: My name is Kristine. I’m an average 30 year old new mom and wife. I live in Milton Ontario Canada. I enjoy camping, running, working out, hiking, snowboarding, mountain biking and simply being around people I love. I have just given birth two weeks ago to my first child-healthy baby boy. I was diagnosed 4 days ago with ulcerative colitis-not what I was expecting… Read More »“I Have What?”