How to Get Support for Crohn's Disease

Crohn's disease is a digestive illness that is treatable, but incurable. Crohn's disease causes inflammation of the bowels with symptoms that include abdominal pain, gas and frequent diarrhea. Many sufferers of Crohn's disease have problems dealing with the realities of their condition and need to seek out support.

Instructions

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  Build a strong support system at home. Reach out to friends and family and let them know that you need their help and understanding during flare-ups of the disease.

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  Let your work know about your Crohn's disease. Most employers will accommodate your condition and lend their support when you are feeling poorly.

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  Join a Crohn's disease support group. Check area hospitals for support meetings for sufferers of Crohn's. Organizations like the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America (CCFA) hold monthly meetings.

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  Ask your doctor for advice. If you see a gastroenterologist, ask for any literature that they may have about Crohn's support systems in the area.

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  Go online. Join in a Crohn's disease chat room. Seeking support this way allows you to reach out to other people in your predicament while keeping your anonymity.