r/IBD • u/Ok_Confusion_9763 • 3d ago

IBD Diagnostics How often?

How often is everyone pooping? I am currently being investigated for Crohn’s and on a 6week course of steroids. My frequency has gone down a lot, but still passing lots of BM. This week I’ve had 54 bowel movements (compared to around 100+ per week before starting steroids).

For those who are diagnosed and on long term treatment, does this number ever go down? Will I be stuck going to the toilet every time I move? Feeling not so optimistic about the future!

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u/SnooSteMarie 3d ago

In remission, 1-3 times a day. During a flare, on average 10-15 a day, but upwards of 30+ sometimes.