15 Questions & Answers on Living With Ulcerative ColitisFor anyone new to this site, and perhaps new to living with ulcerative colitis entirely – you might be wondering more about...reactions7comments
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
It's Back: Another Painful UC FlareThe pain is back. Like a jackhammer in my gut, I feel the pulsating, rippling high-tide of pain throbbing throughout my belly...reactionscomments
Feeling "Food Pressure" and Paying the Painful UC Price"Oooh... It smells so good," I think to myself. I try to ignore the sizzle, crackle, pop of greasy goodness. But it's...reactions15comments
Understanding the Psychological Impact of Crohn's and ColitisLiving with inflammatory bowel disease comes with such a multifaceted set of challenges. There are obviously physical things we struggle with –...reactions20comments
Locked Out: The Misery of No RestroomA reality exists that incites immediate fear and anguish for anyone with inflammatory bowel disease. This reality, when it arrives, hits hard...reactionscomments
What Is "Step Therapy"?: The Impact of Insurance on Our Treatment DecisionsMy ulcerative colitis symptoms have mostly been controlled by 5-ASA medications. These medications help manage my symptoms, averting the increased urgency or...reactionscomments
Crohn's Symptoms That Seem UnbelievableI was diagnosed with Crohn's disease back in 2011. It has been 12 years dealing with this diagnosis and I always found it...reactions10comments
Understanding Mouth Ulcers in Ulcerative ColitisToday, I want to talk about the relationship between ulcerative colitis (UC) and mouth ulcers, highlighting the challenges faced and sharing practical...reactions2comments
Living with UC and POTSAfter many bouts of dizziness, abnormally high heart rate, and long periods of air hunger (where it felt like I could never...reactionscomments
Fear of "The Look"Fear of “the look” holds far too much power over me sometimes. I imagine we’ve all gotten the look at least once...reactions5comments
My Crohn's Is Attached to So Many Bad MemoriesPerhaps I am just a peculiar person, but do you find that you get bad memories from being sick with Crohn's and...reactions8comments
Before and After: The Pictures We Don't Want You To SeeAsk anyone who's been on high doses of prednisone for any given time, and I guarantee you they won't brag about how...reactions1comment
Putting IBD Pain Into WordsOften those who don't have IBD ask, "What does the pain feel like?" If you're like me, it can be difficult to...reactions17comments
Why You Should Be Open With Your Crohn's DiagnosisI know, I know. This can be kind of an annoying topic, especially for those of you who are introverted and private...reactions4comments
Educating Others on Crohn's and ColitisHow would you educate others on what living with IBD is really like? How can you really help others understand what life...reactions2comments
Fatigue: One of the Worst Parts of Crohn's DiseaseYou know that feeling when you physically cannot keep your eyes open? Like when you are sitting on the couch at night...reactions20comments
You Can Have Crohn’s and Still Be “Healthy”After going through my list of medications, medical history, and past procedures regarding my Crohn’s disease, the nurse or doctor whom I...reactionscomments
Priorities, Planning, and Chronic IllnessEvery day we all have decisions and choices to make. Part of life is planning, and while living with a disease like...reactions6comments
8 Things I Wish I'd Done Differently on My Crohn's Disease JourneyIt's coming up to 6 years since I was diagnosed. Six years isn't that long a period of my life, just under...reactions9comments
