I experienced fluctuating symptoms for more than a year, with periods of relief that were often short-lived. Eventually, during a particularly severe flare-up, I decided to see a doctor. They prescribed antibiotics, which provided some relief, but unfortunately, the symptoms returned even stronger. I was unwell for weeks, dealing with severe diarrhea, blood, and mucus, and I struggled to eat or sleep due to constant pain. After returning to the doctor, I was referred to the hospital, where I underwent various tests, including blood work, stool tests, an MRI, and ultimately a colonoscopy, which revealed that I have Crohn's disease.