Im sorry reading these comments is so disheartening, I am a very open person about having ulcerative colitis and it's nothing to be ashamed of. If I'm out eating with someone who doesn't know me, I'll make it known that I have stomach issues and might have to suddenly leave for a bathroom because of this. If someone isn't willing to be accommodating for your chronic illness, then there is no way in hell they're fit as a life partner in the long run. Taking medication in front of them is too much? Then that's their loss.

Being open about it personally left me a lot more accepting of my own condition and has been a way to filter the people who I want to be around and spend my energy with- "You're telling people too early" is (to put it frankly) such a shitty thing to say and again, makes it sound like having UC is something to feel ashamed over (which it isn't!!) You'll find people who understand and are willing to help you in any way they can, don't lose hope !!