Pain: The Secret Symptom of IBDWe know from our community members that IBD brings with it a host of unexpected symptoms - everything from inflammation to fever to fatigue - and that pain is one...
Every Painful Step Is a Reminder I Have Crohn's DiseaseEvery painful step I take is a reminder that I still have Crohn's disease, and psoriasis, and arthritis due to both diseases. Each day is a form of Crohn's disease...
The Invisibility of Chronic PainMany people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) can manage their pain using over-the-counter or prescription pain medicines, physical therapy, and exercise. But some people experience “breakthrough” pain. This is pain...
Abdominal Pain and CrampsAbdominal pain and cramping are very common symptoms of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). IBD includes Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. In people with IBD, the immune system attacks healthy tissue...
Alternative Options for Managing Chronic PainInflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) can cause significant pain in the body, leading many people who live with the condition to seek out ways to manage their pain. While doctors may...
Pain Management with IBDPain management for inflammatory bowel disease is something many patients struggle with, myself included. Pain is challenging, especially for someone who has a chronic illness. If it was a short...
Absorbing Meds Without a ColonWhen you are diagnosed with a chronic disease like Crohn’s Disease or ulcerative colitis, there is a lot of unknowns. While the statistics are approximated, roughly 40% of people who...
Finding Your Passion Through PainIt's so crazy how something can be so bad, yet bring so much good to your life. My condition has taken so much from me. It's caused me to lose...
