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We're so glad you're here. Scroll down to find some of the Crohn's conversations happening in our community. The more, the merrier—jump in anytime!

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10 reasons to join the Crohn’s and Colitis Support Group

1. It’s full of other people with connections to IBD.
2. It’s a safe forum to ask any and all IBD questions.
3. It’s a way to connect with others on the Mighty community.
4. I’m one of the group leaders (living with #UlcerativeColitis ), and I’m pretty cool.
5. We want to normalize talking about poop.
6. We do Q&As with partners like Girls with Guts.
7. It’s a small but “Mighty” community that we want to grow.
8. It’s supportive.
9. Why not?
10. Do it today!

You can search the groups to join. #CrohnsDisease #InflammatoryBowelDiseaseIBD #ChronicIllness #IrritableBowelSyndromeIBS

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The Mighty's Crohn's Disease community is 76,000+ people strong, but there's always room for more. Follow along or join in today—whatever is comfortable for you!
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What is something you wish people knew about living with Crohn's?

What is something you wish people knew about living with Crohn's?

Your response may be used in an article or video on The Mighty.

#CrohnsDisease #ChronicIllness

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Soldier by Melanie R.

Soldier by Melanie R.

I am a chosen soldier
in the Army of The Lord.
Presence,
Spirit lifted,
Sovereign Word-
my trusted sword.

I put on Ephesians armor
Found ready,
as we stand.
Together He battles with us,
fight for good, and glory land.

The breastplate of righteousness
adorned across my chest,
protects and helps guide me.
My heart source brightly cleansed.

The helmet of salvation
Covers, and keeps watch.
Shielding darts,
casts down arrows-
diffuses negative thoughts!

Washed robes of white ;
mercy’s priestly gown.
Anointed Oil of Righteousness,
Lamb Sheared without a sound.

Unblemished armor,
Clothed in grace’s strength.
Mercy’s knight.
Both hands on shield of faith.
Reflect God’s Holy Light!

Covered by King’s glory.
Truth’s belt buckled in,
Following His Story
Shoes of readiness tread again!

Yielded body
Willing forge,
Faithful soldier-
Unsheathed sword.

Marching onward
torrential lands
crushing giants,
heads in hand!

We’re designed to knock down strongholds,
Conquer fear,
destroy doubt.
Lord, anoint us as we travel,
steadfast martyrs for the crown.

Thank you Lord for equipping us with the tools to endure!
Stay Strong Mighty Warriors!

Ephesians 613
Therefore, take up the whole armor of God.
That you may be able to stand in the day of evil, and having done all you can, stand firm.

2 Corinthians 10 3-4
For though we walk in the flesh we do not war according to the flesh. For our weapons of warfare are not carnal, but mighty in God for pulling down strongholds.

Isaiah 53:7
He was oppressed and afflicted, yet he did not open his mouth; he was led like a lamb to the slaughter, and as a sheep before its shearers is silent, so he did not open his mouth.

1 Peter 1:18-19
You know that it was not with perishable things such as silver or gold that you were redeemed from the empty way of life handed down to you from your ancestors, but with the precious blood of Christ, a lamb without blemish or defect.

1 Corinthians 5:7
Christ, our Passover lamb, has been sacrificed.

#ChronicIllness #ChronicInflammatoryDemyelinatingPolyneuropathy #MitochondrialDisease #PosturalOrthostaticTachycardiaSyndrome #IrritableBowelSyndromeIBS #PrimaryImmunodeficiency #InsideTheMighty #MightyPoets #MightyTogether #CheckInWithMe

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Diet Programs and Apps

Just spent most of the last 24 hours pouring over unorganized information about something I had zero information on last week. Came to the realization that many of the medical issues I’ve dealt with over the past 30 years can all be attributed to MS except for a torn meniscus. IBS, Kidney Stones are the two symptoms that dominated my medical symptoms in my late 20’s and 30’s. I’ve tried many different diets to attempt to limit my symptoms with nothing actually helping.

Is there a Diet App or program that helps with the MS symptoms? Are there any that are covered by medical insurance?

Thanks for your help.

Rick

#MultipleSclerosis

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App to manage Crohn's ... need your thoughts!

I’m a longtime member of the chronic illness crew—been navigating Crohn’s for almost a decade now. On top of that, some of my closest friends deal with things like IBS, food allergies, bloating, etc…. If you’re here, you probably know how much of a struggle it can be to figure out what foods help and what foods hurt.

Recently, I started working on something I hope can make a real difference in our community. I’m building an app to help people like us without just relying on medication, hopefully leading to have fewer bad days and more control over our choices! 💪

But here’s the thing: I don’t want to base it exclusively on my experience or just guess at what other people need, I want this to benefit all of us so would love to know:

What problems do you face when it comes to food and symptoms?

Are you already using any apps to manage your health? If so, which ones? What do you love or hate about them?

What features would make the perfect app for you?

If you could have a dream solution for managing your food triggers and symptoms, what would it look like?

I know this struggle all too well, and I want this app to actually help people - not just be another thing that sits unused on your phone. If you have a minute, I’d love to hear about your experiences. Your input could really help shape this into something that works for all of us. 🙏

Thanks in advance for sharing your thoughts, and sending you all a little extra patience and strength for the journey. 💚

Looking forward to hearing your stories,

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