When Remission Still Doesn't Feel Quite RightI would love it if remission meant I felt back to my normal self. The reality is that losing my colon has...reactionscomments
What Does a Crohn's Flare-Up Feel Like?Living with Crohn's disease inevitably involves flares. These are times when inflammation increases and symptoms worsen. It is uncomfortable, painful, and draining...reactions8comments
When IV Insertions Go WrongLet me state the obvious: getting an IV is not fun. I have had probably hundreds of IVs inserted into my body...reactionscomments
The Ugly FistulaSome things in life can’t be explained. The hole that took up my stomach is one of them. I always thought I...reactionscomments
The Joys of the Stool TestOne slightly vexing aspect of IBD is the stool test. For the uninitiated, this involves defecating in a pan before scooping out your...reactions2comments
The Stigma of UC: Breaking the SilenceI have a secret...no one can outwardly see my struggle. To all appearances, I look normal. More importantly, I look healthy. But...reactions34comments
The Gut-Brain Axis and IBDI've talked on here before about how IBD can impact your mental health and why we need to do more to support...reactionscomments
My Blood Clot, Thanks to Ulcerative ColitisIn 2021, I started to flare worse than any flare I’d had previous to this. My body was not responding to my...reactions15comments
Gastroparesis and IBD – An Unlucky ComboSince getting my PICC line and coming off total parenteral nutrition (TPN) in June, my body has been declining rapidly. I’ve chosen...reactions1comment
Dealing With Incontinence and IBDAccidents. Incontinence. Call it what you will. To be in your 20s and experiencing fecal incontinence is soul-destroying. I’m not saying it’s...reactions4comments
Over 3 Decades of Crohn’s Pain… and Finally Pain-FreeOver 30 years ago, if you told me that one day my Crohn's and I would be finally pain-free, I would have...reactions3comments
Can Biologics Change Your Periods?Today I wanted to share a personal post about my experience with a changed menstrual cycle since I started Humira (also called...reactions9comments
6 Tips for Staying on Top of TreatmentLiving with a long-term health condition requires us to stay on top of everything: doctor’s appointments, new symptoms, insurance, and, of course...reactionscomments
The Bill You Didn't Ask ForAs someone who grew up in a working-class home, I’ve always been highly conscious of money and spending. As a graduate student...reactionscomments
Gut Massage for Intestinal PainIt’s holiday vacation time. I’m sitting in a restaurant enjoying an ocean view and finishing a scrumptious seafood meal with my husband...reactions5comments
There's No Shame in Taking MedsAbout 4 years ago, I stopped taking my medications. I had been on mesalamine for my ulcerative colitis and had been in...reactionscomments
The Emotional Impact of Living with IBDWhen I first began experiencing symptoms of Crohn’s disease, I went into survival mode. Anything else took too much of my time...reactionscomments
Faking Being Well With Crohn'sWhen you suffer from a Crohn's diagnosis or any chronic illness for that matter, we are masters at faking being well. That's...reactions2comments
IVF, Anesthesia, and My BowelsDuring the last several years, I’ve written about my life with Crohn’s disease. I’ve written in-depth about how it’s impacted my mental...reactionscomments
Why I Love Rectal MedicationsThe first time I started taking rectal medications I used to go to the pharmacy and fill my whole backpack with boxes...reactionscomments
