this crazy life

by miranda
(cartersville ga)

hi, my name is miranda.i am 26 years old and was diagnosed,with crohns at the age of20!I have 1 child that is almost 5.i got pregnant with him 1 month after i was diagnose,so i couldnt receive treatment until he was delivered.at the time of delivery i had already developed a 2 anorectal fistulas(very,very,painful)I had a fistulotomy when my son was 3 monthes old and had to have another fistulotomy a year later,it was a horrible healing prosses.thanks to my wonderful son i was able to be happy and pull my self through,it was a very difficult time in my life.I was put on azathioprine,and humira,and petasa.I havnt had a flare scince.(thank the lord)!I still sometimes have those moments of looking for a restroom everywhere!I make sure of that!know matter what i have learned to live with this disease,and cope!It has definantly taken a toll on my marriage,and my life but,i find joy in ansering questions and helping as many people as i can b/c support is the very best thing to have during these times.as of now i cant work bacause i am always tired and feel like these drugs are keeping me down as well.so if you have any questions feel free to ask!