What to Expect: Iron InfusionsIron deficiency anemia is a symptom I've experienced with Crohn’s disease. Lack of iron is actually quite common in healthy people, so...reactions14comments
Foods That Help With Iron Deficiency AnemiaSince I was a child, I've always struggled with slight anemia. I remember going in for my annual check-up before school would...reactions11comments
A Doctor's Big HeartIn February 2009, I decided to fly to the Cleveland Clinic. Why you ask? I wanted to see doctors that were the...reactions1comment
Getting a Yearly Skin Check as an IBD Patient on BiologicsThough I don't have a lot of moles or other markings on my body, my gastroenterologist advised me to get a skin...reactions5comments
Skin Conditions I've Experienced With IBDThe thing about IBD is, it’s known as an “invisible illness” because no one can see that you are actually ill and...reactions10comments
Medication Crossroads: Somewhere Between Comfort and ChangeSince being diagnosed with ulcerative colitis (UC) almost six years ago, I’ve taken mesalamine religiously. Whether it was two of the pills...reactionscomments
What Does a UC Flare-Up Look Like?The question "what does a UC flare-up look like?" is a common one. For those asking because you are newly diagnosed and...reactions3comments
How Ulcerative Colitis Impacted My FriendshipsI can't help but wonder what my life might have been like if I didn't have ulcerative colitis. I think about all...reactionscomments
The Battle of LettuceBefore I got diagnosed with Crohn's, I loved all food. Even those green vegetables that most young children can not stand. Of course...reactions7comments
Wedding Planning with Crohn’s DiseaseThere are major moments in life that remind you how Crohn's disease does not take a pause. Life moves on and Crohn's...reactions1comment
What Do I Use for IBD Pain Relief?The dictionary defines pain as "physical suffering or discomfort caused by illness or injury" and pain relief as "the alleviation of pain...reactions28comments
10 Things Only Those with IBD Would UnderstandFor those of us afforded the pleasure of battling inflammatory bowel disease it's safe to say there are many universal situations and...reactions11comments
The Prednisone Made Me Do ItScenario number 1: A pill bottle falls out of the cabinet and onto your head when you open the door. It does...reactions1comment
Finding Joy Despite IBD ChallengesIt's very difficult to process the life we lead as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) patients. Some days are good, some days are...reactionscomments
Managing My UC with Natural Therapies“How are you able to work full-time with ulcerative colitis?” I am often asked this question by people newly diagnosed with IBD...reactionscomments
IBD Dinner RecipesThe eternal question: What's for dinner? Regardless of whether you have Crohn's or ulcerative colitis, figuring out what to make for dinner...reactionscomments
Why Practicing Mindfulness is Important When Living with IBDWe can practice mindfulness in many ways in our lives. We can practice mindfulness before replying to an angry email as to...reactionscomments
Knowing When to Press Pause on Life With Crohn's and UCTake a moment. Slow down for a second. If you think of your energy level as a gas tank, where's the gauge?...reactions3comments
IBD and the Dehydration StruggleHaving Crohn’s disease for over 14 years has taught me that I am fighting an uphill battle. Because I go to the...reactions4comments
Every 2 Years - Another Colonoscopy“We’re going to administer this sedative that will make you feel sleepy,” said the nurse with the bright, white, toothy grin. “Yeah...reactionscomments
