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Posted 4/5/2016 10:39 PM (GMT -5)
Hello! I'm new to this site and also new to the world of crohns. I was diagnosed about 10 months ago and have had pretty much the worst 10 months of my life. Between hospital stays and steroids causing my face to swell.. The pain has just been unbearable sometimes. Just about 5 months ago I was put on Humira and so far things have been going OK. I feel pretty good majority of the time but still have times where the diahrrea kicks in. I was just wondering what advice any has to give! Tips during little flare ups? Food advice? I love food more than anything and it seriously is so hard when all I can have is chicken and white rice lol. Hopefully some of you can help out!! :)
Posted 4/6/2016 5:55 AM (GMT -5)
Most of what you're asking is very individual. It's tough to find what foods agree with you and can become the mainstays of your diet. There are typical avoidance foods that most of us stay away from.

I would also try staying off of lactose to see if it makes a difference, and even gluten. It takes some time and trial and error.

There are many here that take something for diahrea. If you can calm it down that way, you might feel better as well.
Posted 4/6/2016 8:15 AM (GMT -5)
I would keep track of when you are having D. If you are feeling really good shortly after a shot and then notice your health tapering until you next shot you may need to increase your frequency of shots to once a week. Humira gave me a 2 year remission once and I hope the same for you!
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