YankeeGirl1157
New User
Female (Atlanta, GA - )
4 posts since June 3rd, 2009
New User
Female (Atlanta, GA - )
4 posts since June 3rd, 2009
YankeeGirl1157's posts
This is sort of related to my Crohn's flare-up after a hysterectomy. I am totally convinced that some sort of hormonal imbalance (whether it is from a monthly period or menopause) is setting off all of our Crohn's. I am planning on seeing an endocrinologist in the hopes of getting some answers. I will keep you all up to date. Think about it. W... more
My hysterectomy was for fibroids, and wasn't Crohn's related at all. Since my hysterectomy, the Crohn's is back after 38 medication-free years in remission. If I had it to do all over again, I'd live with the fibroids, and keep the Crohn's in remission.
Has your doctor checked to see if you have some type of fistula? Mine were external, in the rectal area, but perhaps yours is internal.
After having an ileostomy in 1969, at age 11, I enjoyed 38 wonderful medication free years of remission from Crohn's. Since having a hysterectomy at age 49, my Crohn's is back with a vengeance. It has gotten to the point that I am on weekly Humira injections. I think there is a very strong connection between the hysterectomy, instant menopause, ... more
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