Living

Having Crohn's disease is no easy journey. The endless symptoms and mental battles can be taxing on even the strongest of us. But, as we all do, taking each day 1...

With every new year comes renewed hope and optimism. A fresh page on the calendar means endless possibilities when it comes to what we can achieve, both personally and professionally. The...

You might be wondering why I haven't learned what I can and can't eat by now. The thing is, I have. I do know what bothers me. So why do...

Getting an accurate diagnosis is important with any disease. A proper diagnosis helps ensure that you will be treated correctly. However, diagnosing inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) can be challenging. IBD...

Having a chronic, autoimmune disease during a pandemic is... What can I say? When I became educated on my condition, I of course realized life would be different. I knew...

I've been involved with The CCF (Crohn's and Colitis Foundation) for a few years now. This is a great organization with tons of free resources, support groups, charity walks, comedy...

Over the last year, I’ve been getting to know an acquaintance who has become a close friend. We share a lot of the same medical struggles, so it was an...

Crohn’s is a tough disease. It starts out of nowhere. I had no issues before that horrible November 2006 night. When I was first diagnosed, it was pretty much under control...

Every treatment I’ve been on, except my current one, has ended abruptly due to an allergic reaction. I can't help but feel like I'm constantly waiting for the other shoe...

The other day in the middle of dinner I excused myself to go to the restroom. This was not a unique moment in time. But when I sat down on...

This 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...

As technology has become a bigger part of our daily lives, its uses in healthcare have also grown. Thanks to improvements in technology, there are many options for accessing healthcare...

When you have Crohn's disease, you're often willing to try almost anything to feel better. In my case, at various points, I’ve certainly felt this way. Why? One important reason...

Editor's Note: Response to treatments are different for every person. Please discuss any concerns about medications with your healthcare professional. Hi everyone. Today I have started my second lot of...

The first time I was diagnosed with C. diff - I was adamant it couldn’t be true. I’d already experienced several stool cultures on my road to Crohn’s disease diagnosis...

Last year, as we entered 2020, I wrote about setting an intention versus a resolution. My intention was to find joy, at least once a day. Little did I know...

If you're not feeling well and don't seem to be responding to your medication, your doctor may suggest a liquid diet. I’ve been on liquid diets at many points. For...

When you are down for the count and trying your best to just get through the day due to a nasty flare, it is okay to rest. That's right, I...

This 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...

I’ve been an over-analyzer since I was a child. You name it, and I’ve thought my way around it in circles. Crohn’s disease, for me, has amplified that tendency one...