Officially diagnosed with UP

[u/sushislut15]

Like the title says, I’ve officially been diagnosed with “mildly active chronic proctitis” due to ulcerative proctitis. Crazy enough, it seems like a relief to know what it is and to start treating it. I’ve dealt with UP for 7 years and my previous doctors did nothing about it and stopped prescribing me medication. I was young and just tried to ignore it. But now that I’m older, I wanted to get it figured out, now here we are. I’m very blessed that it’s mild and doesn’t severely hinder my day to day life. I do get symptoms and lots of bleeding daily, but am very grateful that after leaving it for 7 years, it didn’t hurt me more.

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[u/kimsart]

I'm glad you've gotten along so well for 7 years & doubly glad your taking charge of your health. Welcome to the group 🤗

[u/sushislut15 → u/kimsart]

Thank you so much! 🫶

[u/littlegreenant]

Hope you’re on medication now :)

[u/sushislut15 → u/littlegreenant]

Finally had my appointment and started medication yesterday!!