What is the biggest daily challenge while living with Crohn's?

Hi everyone,

I wanted to bring this discussion back because living with Crohn's disease often means managing challenges that go far beyond digestive symptoms. What one person finds most difficult may be completely different for someone else, and hearing each other's experiences can help us all feel a little less alone.

• What has been the biggest day-to-day challenge of living with Crohn's disease for you?
• Has that challenge changed over time, whether because of treatment, lifestyle changes, or the progression of your condition?
• What strategies, habits, or sources of support have made living with Crohn's a little easier?

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Whether your biggest challenge is managing symptoms, coping with fatigue, navigating work or social life, or something else entirely, your experience could help someone who is facing similar struggles.

Looking forward to hearing your experiences!

Take care,
Somya from the Carenity team 🌼