Hearing you have Crohn’s Disease, Ulcerative Colitis or Microscopic Colitis can be overwhelming, but there’s lots of support out there. Life will change, but it can also improve - and we’re here to help, every step of the way. Our practical to-do list will help you get started.
As well as the words 'Crohn's' and 'Colitis', you may also hear the term 'IBD' a lot. This stands for Inflammatory Bowel Disease, and is an umbrella term for Crohn's and Colitis.
If you think you might have Crohn's or Colitis but haven't had this confirmed yet, check out our information on How to get a diagnosis.
You're not alone. There are lots of ways to connect with people who understand what you’re going through.
There’s a lot for you to process with a new diagnosis – and we’re here to help, every step of the way. Once you feel ready, there are plenty of ways you can get involved with the huge and diverse Crohn's and Colitis community - like lending your voice to our campaigns, participating in our ground-breaking research opportunities, volunteering your time, improving your health services and helping us raise vital funds.
Together, we give each other comfort, confidence and strength. Together, we are unstoppable.
It’s something you’ll have to learn to adapt to – and you will. Don’t let your mind run riot - things will get better if you let them. Everyone goes through their own stuff in life; this is just what you’ve gone through, and if you embrace it, everything becomes a lot easier.
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Living with Crohn's
We know it can be difficult to live with, or support someone living with these conditions. But you’re not alone. We provide up-to-date, evidence-based information and can support you to live well with Crohn’s or Colitis.
Our helpline team can provide information on a range of subjects including:
Please contact us via telephone, email or LiveChat - 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday (except English bank holidays).
If you need specific medical advice about your condition, your GP or IBD team will be best placed to help.