I was diagnosed with Crohn's Disease in 1991, have had a major resection and several flares. I was also recently diagnosed diarrhea-predominant IBS (will be trying Lotronex later this month). Recent blood work has shown I'm deficient in Vitamin B1, B6 and B12, along with a low red blood count because of the Crohn's. I have these ugly red patches on my chin and breastbone that sometimes itch, more often burn, will ulcerate and then peel and flake like crazy. I have them on the sides of my nose, as well, to the point where the skin bleeds - these patches are spreading to other areas of my face! I'd like to know how on earth to control these (I know there is no cure for them) - I have started taking vitamins to help replenish my system, but they make me really sick, so we are looking at other options (possibly TPN) to get the nutrients I need back into my body. Thanks in advance for any help or advice anyone can give.