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Cradle2crayons 01:59 PM 09-07-2013
I have IBS but I've taken care of many with crohn's.

Diet change will likely make a dramatic difference in your symptoms.

As a chronic steroid user myself, I understand your concerns. I'm thankful I don't have major side effects on it or it may just be I've been on it for so long it all seems normal??

Once you are controlled, you may come off the steroids and if diet controls it well in yur case, prognosis is good.

Treatment has come a long way with it, but just like anything else, the goal is to keep your intestines as healthy as you can for as long as yu can. Just like anything else, over time and with poor control, it gets scarred up and e prognosis isn't as good.

I'd DEFINATELY recommend what Michael said. There are also specific triggers that vary from person to person so keeping a food log would be helpful as well so when you want to enjoy a treat or eat out, you know what does and doesn't bother you.
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