The Risks And Rewards Of Intestinal ResectionsDid you know most sufferers of Crohn's disease have at least one surgery at some point? One reason for this is the small intestine is a relatively narrow passageway (at... By Matt Nagin3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments16 comments
Is There Such a Thing as Talking Too Much About Your Disease?I remember when I was first diagnosed with Crohn’s disease in 2009. It was just shy of my 24th birthday and I was terribly embarrassed to share my new diagnosis... By Julie Marie Palumbo3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
My Decision to Get the COVID-19 VaccineAs an IBD patient on a biologic, I have been immuno-compromised for years. I have made the choice to get the flu shot each year, to wear a mask when... By Amanda Osowski3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Series | How my Ulcerative Colitis impacted my Mental HealthThis is part of a series about how my ulcerative colitis impacted different parts of my life. This is not my usual type of post. There are no tips, learnings... By Sahara Fleetwood-Beresford5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
The Power of Patient Advocacy: A Behind-The-Scenes LookPatient advocacy has a way of pulling at your heartstrings. There are moments that stand out and make you pause to recognize that the work you are doing is changing... By Natalie Hayden3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
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 start, and across the board, all my blood... By thedancingcrohnie3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments9 comments
Three Things I Wish I Did Sooner as a PatientI remember feeling overwhelmed 5 years ago after my initial diagnosis of ulcerative colitis. It was an illness that I knew little about and felt ill-prepared to fight. I still... By Josh Samudre2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments16 comments
The Flu-2021I really strive for myself to be at work every day. I teach 182 days a year, and up to last week, I had perfect attendance. Of course, it is... By Paul Richman2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Silver Linings of Crohn’s DiseaseBeing diagnosed with Crohn’s disease is devastating. No one is thrilled to hear that they have an autoimmune condition. It may be relieving to finally know why you are feeling... By thedancingcrohnie3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Tips for Covering Odor and Noise in Public RestroomsI have been talking openly and honestly about having inflammatory bowel disease for years now. I guess that would make most people assume that I am not embarrassed about it... By Sahara Fleetwood-Beresford3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
3 Tips If You've Just Been Diagnosed with UCAs someone who was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis (UC) 20 years ago, I have experienced a lot. I also know firsthand how difficult it is to navigate a new diagnosis... By Marisa Lauren Troy3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Gas and Bloating With IBDInflammatory bowel disease (IBD) refers to several conditions that cause inflammation in the digestive tract. The two most common are Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. IBD can cause symptoms such... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Humira Diaries, Month TwoEditor's Note: Response to treatments are different for every person. Please discuss any concerns about medications with your healthcare professional. If you've been following my writing on here, you may... By Jenna Farmer3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Four Unconventional Techniques For Managing Abdominal PainIBD sufferers frequently experience abdominal pain. This is often chronic and debilitating. In other cases, it can force you to go to the hospital for an obstruction. Certainly, at the... By Matt Nagin2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Planning For Your Next In-Person VisitWhile some appointments can be done virtually using telemedicine, there are still many visits that need to be done in person. If you need to attend an in-person visit, planning... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
My Early Signs of Crohn's DiseaseI sometimes get asked: how did you know you had Crohn's disease? And the answer is, I didn't. I had no clue what was going on in my body and I... By thedancingcrohnie2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments27 comments
The Difference Between Soluble and Insoluble FiberWe have all heard of fiber and are familiar with what it does. To formally define it, fiber is the part of plant-based foods (grains, fruits, vegetables, nuts, and beans) that... By Julie Marie Palumbo2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Why IBD Invisible Day or Week Isn't Good Enough For MeInvisible awareness day; it’s talked about all of the time. We’re aware. Down in the trenches of advocacy and activism in whatever form your's looks like - we’re all just... By Kelly J.2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Navigating the Fear of Increased Symptoms vs. FlareManaging an active toddler, life in social isolation, and full-time work is a lot. I literally worry every single time I am in the bathroom that this will be the... By Amanda Osowski3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments12 comments
Finding Little Wins Along Our Crohn's JourneyBeing handed a lifetime sentence with a chronic illness is devastating. The uncertainty, panic, and endless questions wrapped up in a body that feels like it has been completely drained... By Julie Marie Palumbo3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments