Just had to share

[Paula]

Ok, I didn't post anything here because I don't really like bugging people with my problems. I like to be loving, upbeat and positive!

But, I have been suffering with IBS for over a year now. Well, it started getting really bad late in the fall. So, after the holidays, my doctor sent me to have a barium swallow! Yummy! (not) LOL She suspected that I might have Crohn's Disease (I had like three of the top symptoms).

So, I went in nearly two weeks ago and had that done. This morning, I got a call from my doctor and she tells me that my test for Crohn's is NEGATIVE!!

I can't tell you how relieved I am!

[Leila]

Wonderful news, Paula!!!! :thumbup:

[AnnieBananie]

Thank goodness Paula!

[MyEbella]

awesome news!!!!

hope they can figure something out soon!

[iJenny]

Wonderful news, Paula! DH has two family members (not blood related thank god) that have Crohns and it is NOT a fun disease. I'm glad you got the all-clear!!

[lovely1m]

that's great!

[Nikki Epperson]

Wonderful news!!!!!

[ColleenSwerb]

Crohn's was my worst fear with my stomach issues. I wouldn't wish that disease on anyone, I'm glad that's not your problem Paula.

[Tracie Stroud]

That's awesome Paula!

[jomi]

That's wonderful news! I am happy for you Paula and hope you feel better soon :)

[scrapmonkey]

so glad to hear, Paula! one of my co-workers has Crohn's and it's not easy to live with.

[InLoveWithDOTS]

Awesome news!

[lizzyfizzy]

that's amazing news paula!!! tfs that!! :thumbup:

[ditzyscrap]

That's great news, Paula! Hopefully they're able to figure out what is causing the problems soon, though!

[newfiemountiewife]

I'm so glad for you Paula!!!!

[Kat Stokes]

Wonderful news Paula!!!! A very good friend's husband passed in August due to severe complications from Crohn's. It sucks........

[SamaraGugler]

That is so awesome Paula!!! I'm thrilled for you. I do hope they will be able to figure out what is going on with you though.

[Brooke W]

That's great news, Paula! I can understand your relief.

[Joan]

Oh, thank goodness, Paula! I have a friend who has suffered for years and it has not been pretty. I hope they figure out the cause and you're feeling better asap! :)

[stayawake]

That's sooo great Paula! I hope though, that you and the doctors figure out how to manage your IBS well so that it doesn't bother you!
I had to do the gross tests also four years ago and I know it's not fun (only they thought I had colitis...) it turns out I just had stomach ulcers, and a medication and a bit of time (and a low acidic diet) fixed me!

[scarlettcharm]

that's GREAT! :)

[Paula]

Thanks my sweeties!!

[pbumbaca]

That is fantastic news Paula! So happy to hear that!

[emilyscout]

Paula, that is so SO wonderful. I wouldn't wish that disease on my worst enemy. Not the same as IBS, but I have ulcerative colitis, so if you ever want to talk poop/procedure/pills, you know where to find me ;) Even if you just want to vent/complain. Sometimes it just helps to get it out(teehee)!

[jennpage]

Glad that it came back clear!

[rach3975]

I'm so glad, Paula!

[schock77]

That's good news Paula- haven't "seen" you around much lately and was worried. :) Are you feeling any better though?

[Paula]

Thanks for asking Stephanie! I am feeling a better. She was able to give me something for the pain that I have related to this and I'm feeling loads better.

[Nonna2Dreja]

Paula, so glad that your test results came back negative for Crohn's Disease....Hope you are able to get some kind of relief for your IBS though....

[Chels85]

Wonderful News!

[isaacsmom]

Paula, I am so glad that your test came back negative! I suffer from IBS type problems too and have been through a ton of tests. I hope you get some relief because it is NO fun and it really is painful! If you have any questions feel free to PM me. Sometimes I think it helps just to be able to talk to someone who has similar issues!

[nikkiARNGwife]

That's great news!

[alansrock]

So glad your results were negative!!!

[dawnmcd]

wonderful Paula, great news!

[amysum1]

Thank goodness.

[Coila]

That's great news Paula!

[crecia27]

Great news Paula!!

[scarletsierra]

Wonderful news, Paula!! I do hope you can get to feeling much better soon!!

[mormishmom]

I'm so glad it isn't Crohn's! I hope you are feeling better.