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Newly diagnosed with Crohn's or colitis

A new diagnosis is overwhelming. Focus on understanding your type of IBD, building your care team, and knowing who to call for support, not emergency medical advice online.

Questions for your first visits

What type of IBD do I have and where is it active?

What are my treatment options and monitoring plan?

Who do I contact after hours for worsening symptoms?

Related resources

Educational only. Not medical advice. Work with your IBD care team.

Read the full interactive version on ibdpal.org.