cold conditions and certain diseases can trigger flares in the body. maybe this is a sign of early stage of crohns? I do have a mild case of stress I'm dealing with , so the physiological demands on the body may have an affect perhaps?
all very good ideas. I have three women I cuddle with ( my cats) to give me good warmth - but I will for sure try the heating pad & rice packs. you'll have to give me lesson of how to make them? I've narrowed it down to three things. one: buy a hot tub, two: sign up for some recreational swimming at a Y? three: move somewhere warm with sandy beaches and margaritas?