How To Power Through Gotta-Go Moments With Combat BreathingAnother morning spent too long in the bathroom. Now I’m running late for work. IBD sufferers are familiar with the pains of too much time spent "bonding" with the commode... By Traci Musick-Shaffer3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
We’re Not “Fussy Eaters"!I hate being thought of as a fussy eater. I really don’t think I am, but of course, IBD often dictates what we can and can’t tolerate. Even more annoying... By Sahara Fleetwood-Beresford2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Caregiver Needs Often Take a BackseatMy husband has spent over 16 years being a caregiver. His son started showing symptoms of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) at 3 months old, yet it took until the age... By Marisa Lauren Troy3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
In Remission: Feeling "Survivor Guilt" When I Hear Others' StrugglesOnce diagnosed with Crohn's disease, we technically all fall into the same category: Crohn's patients. However, our journey while living with this disease does not all look the same. Some... By Julie Marie Palumbo2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Lifestyle Changes That Have Helped Me The Most With Crohn’s DiseaseOne of the hardest things I had to face when diagnosed with Crohn’s disease was my lifestyle. Let’s face it, I didn’t want to change my life for a disease... By thedancingcrohnie3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Dear Sunshine, Please Go Away. My Crohn's Hates You.It's still August, but I am officially done with summer. Anybody else the same? Each year when April and May come around, I enjoy the mild spring sunshine and warmer... By Jenna Farmer3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Funny Toilet StoriesOne of the biggest challenges of living with Crohn's is finding a decent bathroom. Below is a collection of some of the worst bathroom situations I've had to deal with... By Matt Nagin3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
My Experience With Trying a Biologic for Ulcerative Colitis"Let’s see if we can find a good vein." This was the common greeting before a Remicade infusion. I dreaded hearing it. My veins seemed to shrink in response —... By Traci Musick-Shaffer3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
How I Was Yesterday Means Nothing Today!As a person with ulcerative colitis, I have always had to be constantly aware of how changeable it is. I often live day to day, with no expectations of what... By Sahara Fleetwood-Beresford3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Take the Managing Treatment and Medication SurveyThe Managing Treatment and Medication Survey is now closed. Thank you for your interest! Treatment is a big part of managing a chronic (long-term) health condition like inflammatory bowel disease... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Dreaming About RemissionI was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease in 2011, and I have yet to hit remission. It has been a hard journey and not until this last year have I finally... By thedancingcrohnie2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Speeding to a Restroom: The Struggle of Driving During a UC Flare"Hey, listen to this!" My husband was reading headlines on the internet while I made us breakfast the other morning: "Man drove more than 100 mph because passenger 'had to... By Traci Musick-Shaffer3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Series Wrap-Up | How My Ulcerative Colitis Impacted My LifeThis is the final part of a series about how my ulcerative colitis impacted different parts of my life. The series has focused on the raw and honest thoughts that... By Sahara Fleetwood-Beresford5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
IBD Patients Share Their Experiences With ProbioticsProbiotics can be a controversial topic in the IBD community. Can they actually help conditions like Crohn's and ulcerative colitis? Well, the science is mixed. There is some evidence that... By Jenna Farmer4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Avoiding the Doctor to Avoid Bad NewsDid you ever notice that whenever the slightest thing feels off in our bodies, we automatically think the worst? Despite feeling this way before – fatigue, muscle aches, urgency –... By Julie Marie Palumbo3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Oh So TiredWhen you have Crohn's, there are a multitude of symptoms that one can have. This can range from sores in your mouth to sores on your feet. Yes, do you... By Paul Richman3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
My Relationship with Alcohol and IBDThere are so many potential triggers for Crohn's and ulcerative colitis, and one of these is alcohol. Whilst there's nothing to suggest alcohol consumption causes IBD, many patients report it makes... By Jenna Farmer3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Explaining Infusions to my ToddlerI have been receiving medication infusions for my Crohn’s disease since the summer of 2016. At first, my infusions took place in the infusion room at my doctor's office, then... By Amanda Osowski3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Meditation for Crohn’s DiseaseWhen you're in a Crohn's flare, or nervous about an upcoming procedure, mediation can be quite helpful. It generally helps me relax. It also keeps me grounded. I like to... By Matt Nagin2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
While Managing a Flare, Find Relief in Soothing Epsom SaltAs a public high school teacher, this past year has ranked as the most stressful one I’ve ever experienced in my 27-year career. Having an IBD on top of stress... By Traci Musick-Shaffer3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments