New Look, New Name, Same Great Community
We have some exciting news to share! You may have already noticed that CrohnsDisease.com is now InflammatoryBowelDisease.net and that we …
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A Link Between IBD and Endometriosis?
Did you know that Inflammatory Bowel Disease is associated with other health conditions? For example, some people with Inflammatory …
IBD in the Genes
Did you know that over 50 genes have been linked to inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)?1 Although no one knows exactly …
IBD Comic: The Bittersweetness of Invisible Illness
A while ago, one of our writers, Stephanie Hughes, wrote an awesome article about the invisibility of IBD and …
Take the Online Health Resource Survey!
Managing a chronic health condition like inflammatory bowel disease can be overwhelming at times. How do you find reliable information? …
Relationships & IBD
Many living with IBD find it challenging to maintain relationships with others because they “just don’t get it.” The …
The Long Road to IBD Diagnosis
In our recent 2017 IBD In America survey, the community told us that getting a diagnosis can be difficult! …
Video: The Basics of IBD: Crohn’s vs UC
Inflammatory bowel diseases, like Crohn’s and ulcerative colitis, are extremely complex, and difficult to explain to friends …
What’s In Your Bag?
#WhatsInYourBag has become a popular segment in the worlds of technology, fashion, beauty and more. Websites and social media photos …
The Naughty (and sometimes nice) of Holidays with IBD
The holidays are a time of increased stress for everyone but it can be even worse for those living …
What Can Giving Back Give You?
Redefining how we think about giving Giving can seem like a one way street. We let go of something that …
Everyday with IBD
We know IBD isn’t all in your head but when others can’t see your pain, fatigue, or …
Is a Clinical Trial Right for Me? 5 Questions to Help you Decide
Making decisions can be tough, especially when they relate to your health! One decision you may face is whether or …
Clinical Trials as a Treatment Option
When you’re dealing with a major health issue or condition, it’s helpful to know that in addition to standard treatment, …
MLB & UC – An Interview with Jake Diekman, Part 2
Throughout the month of October, we’ll be spreading the word about invisible illnesses and what it’s like to live …
MLB & UC – An Interview with Jake Diekman
Throughout the month of October, we’ll be spreading the word about invisible illnesses and what it’s like to …
Not Always a Placebo! Types of Clinical Trials
When many people think of clinical trials, they may think of testing a new experimental drug or taking a …
Making the Invisible Visible
Though IBD can have a major impact on your daily life, it often goes unnoticed because, in addition to …
Understanding Remission in IBD
Remission – a decrease or disappearance of the symptoms of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) – is the goal for …
Take The Mental Health Survey!
Managing symptoms of IBD is difficult enough, but emotional and mental challenges can also arise. Often, people aren’t just coping …