Ulcerative colitis and romantic relationships

Hello everyone,

Being in a romantic relationship can be nerve wracking and exciting experience, but especially so if you are suffering from UC. UC can make simple things like staying overnight in someone’s home, or going on a road trip, require a lot more planning and potentially an “awkward” conversation.

How did UC affect your relationships? Were you shy and nervous to discuss the different challenges that UC can present?

Please share to help other members :)

Unfortunately, it has made me shy to enter into any serious relationships. I might go on one or two dates but if I see it potentially becoming a long term thing, I back away...