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...reactions2comments
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...reactionscomments
How 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...reactions2comments
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...reactions1comment
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
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...reactions16comments
The Flu-2021I really strive for myself to be at work every day. I teach 182 days a year, and up to last week...reactions2comments
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...reactions5comments
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...reactions8comments
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...reactions6comments
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...reactions2comments
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...reactions2comments
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...reactions6comments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions38comments
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...reactions9comments
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...reactions3comments
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...reactions12comments
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...reactions3comments
Crohn's Disease & Dermatologic ConcernsSearching for and starting a new medication to treat IBD always comes with a hint of hesitation and distress. Personally, I was...reactions7comments
