"What's UC?" How I Explain My Condition to OthersAt age 19, I remember I didn't even know what a gastroenterologist was or what one did. But back in 1989, I...reactions8comments
Mental Health and Crohn's: Reach OutOne thing I have learned with having Crohn's over the decades is that IBD is unpredictable and even though you may get...reactionscomments
My Take on Biologics?As with IBD, we all react differently to medications and there are dozens of medications, or combinations of medications, on the market...reactions2comments
Why Is Diet So Hard to Talk About With IBD?Other than the mention of a "cure," there is only one topic that causes more controversy when it comes to living with...reactionscomments
Tips for Last-Minute Appointment Cancellations Because of IBDUnfortunately, last-minute cancellations happen often whenever you are diagnosed with Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, or any other form of IBD. As we all...reactions2comments
Living With Crohn's: Let's Share Our VictoriesI have found in the past 13 years of living with Crohn's disease that it is those who suffer the most who...reactions9comments
I Suppose It's Time for My First Suppository...After finding rectal inflammation during a recent colonoscopy, I had the feeling my doctor would bring up adding suppositories to my UC...reactions1comment
The Panic of a Stormy Colon and a "Closed Restroom" SignDuring times of inflammatory bowel distress, the tiniest acts mean so much. I realized this when my husband and I traveled during...reactionscomments
I'd Love to Eat "Healthier," but My Crohn's Has Other Ideas"Healthy" eating is hard. I know it's hard for everyone but even more so for Crohn's and colitis sufferers. It's hard to...reactions2comments
Ulcerative Colitis and Acid RefluxLife with ulcerative colitis comes with many symptoms. From diarrhea, rectal bleeding, abdominal pain, an urgency to defecate, fatigue, and weight loss...reactions12comments
When It's Time to Get a Second OpinionLiving with Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis, it is most likely that you have been told to "get a second opinion" at...reactions1comment
New Year, New Diet? Tips for Approaching a "Diet Change" With IBDMany things are associated with January – cold weather, NFL playoffs, MLK Day, and of course, the inevitable New Year's resolutions. It's...reactions3comments
Getting a Yearly Skin Check as an IBD Patient on BiologicsThough I don't have a lot of moles or other markings on my body, my gastroenterologist advised me to get a skin...reactions5comments
Ulcerative Colitis Plus COVID: 2 Is Not Better Than 1More than 2 and a half years into the pandemic, I was starting to think I would somehow avoid getting COVID-19. I've...reactions1comment
A Colonoscopy DiaryColonoscopies are some of the most detested medical procedures, and yet they are vital for everyone, especially those of us with ulcerative...reactions1comment
Can Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Help With IBD?A few years ago, after struggling with postnatal anxiety, I discovered cognitive behavioral therapy (or CBT for short). If you're not familiar...reactions1comment
Explaining IBD to Family or FriendsI'm sure most of us have felt the frustration (and annoyance) of family and friends just not getting it when it comes...reactions5comments
That Heavy Feeling: Crohn's FatigueWhen you are diagnosed with Crohn's disease, there is so much to take in. The symptoms are vast and complicated. In the beginning...reactions17comments
When My Dietary Restrictions Are Met with Eye RollsAnother conference is scheduled at work, and my eyes scan an email to see what dinner options will be available. I sigh...reactions7comments
Stiff, Achy, and Sore: Crohn’s Joint PainWe all know that, as you get older, your body is going to let you know you are getting older. Stiff achy...reactions27comments
