Well this is probably a good of time as any. I'm jackkat. *waves* I'm 26 and I am currently undiagnosed, though I'm feeling fairly sure I have Crohns.
I've always had a problematic digestive tract and only recently discovered a name for it. I've been in the ER on multiple occasions over the past few years, only to be sent away with no real answers. (Heartburn?! Really??!)
Since the begining of February its been a whirlwind of pain. Including all those lovely symptoms. Diarrhea, pain, gurgling, mucus, loose stools, blood with every BM, loss of appetite/weight/energy. It's begun to affect my mood and general dispositoon ... There have been nights that I've laid in bed and just cried.
My SO has been as supportive as he can. I don't think he fully grasps my level of discomfort but he attempts to soothe me when the pain is apparent. (He says "I'm sorry" a lot haha)
After playing phone tag with the only gastroenterologist in my area, I have an appointment on the 24th. This is 2 months after my last ER visit, so you could say I'm a little anxious to finally talk to someone who may be able to help me. I just want to know what this is, and hopefully get some pain relief!
I apologize if this is a jumbled mess. I was so comforted to find this forum and have read many stories. So thank you. It means so much to see others like myself.
Jackkat
I've always had a problematic digestive tract and only recently discovered a name for it. I've been in the ER on multiple occasions over the past few years, only to be sent away with no real answers. (Heartburn?! Really??!)
Since the begining of February its been a whirlwind of pain. Including all those lovely symptoms. Diarrhea, pain, gurgling, mucus, loose stools, blood with every BM, loss of appetite/weight/energy. It's begun to affect my mood and general dispositoon ... There have been nights that I've laid in bed and just cried.
My SO has been as supportive as he can. I don't think he fully grasps my level of discomfort but he attempts to soothe me when the pain is apparent. (He says "I'm sorry" a lot haha)
After playing phone tag with the only gastroenterologist in my area, I have an appointment on the 24th. This is 2 months after my last ER visit, so you could say I'm a little anxious to finally talk to someone who may be able to help me. I just want to know what this is, and hopefully get some pain relief!
I apologize if this is a jumbled mess. I was so comforted to find this forum and have read many stories. So thank you. It means so much to see others like myself.
Jackkat
You're really strong for being able to survive that. At least you're finally making progress towards a diagnosis!
