---------------------------------------------------------------- NEXT STORY: I was married in February of last year, shortly thereafter I became very ill, lost 25 pounds, and was after many months, tests, and hospitalizations diagnosed with the Crohn's and Colitis. My husband was not prepared to deal with the situation which led to the end of my marriage. If I can pass on one message it is to please be caring and supportive of those you love because it will get better. I have now found a new significant other, have gained the 25 pounds back, and have been living since July with no medication. I don't know how long this will last but for now it is GREAT.
---------------------------------------------------------------- NEXT STORY: I am a 44 year old female with a 16 yr. old son, a 5 yr. old daughter and a wonderful husband. My parents are in their 70s, retired and enjoying a healthy and happy life. My prayer is that I out-live them. My illness has really caused them much pain. My kids and husband and his parents and sisters are very supportive. They actually try to do too much for me, if that's possible! I had my appendix removed when I was 6. I have been anemic all my life. I was a sickly child, mostly upper respiratory type infections. I took a lot of penicillin until I had an allergic reaction once. Then took lots of antibiotics for various and never ending infections. Did this contribute to the Crohn's? Who really knows. I was always athletically
