Wait, How Much is it?...With any disease, it comes with a cost. It’s not just the emotional cost of dealing with something that comes on unexpected. There...reactionscomments
Anyone suffering from partial obstruction in the small bowel?...I'm partially obstructed in the small bowel due to scar tissue from previous surgeries, I'm scheduled for surgery in two weeks, any...reactions8replies
The Hardest Time of Year...This year was probably the toughest year living with my Crohn’s Disease. The weird part? It didn’t even involve surgery - most...reactions1comment
Sharp pain, burning sensation, Please advise!...Hi everyone , I’m writing to everyone here ... Very briefly..; I have been diagnosed with mild proctitis in March then with...reactions3comments
Burning sensation due to Colitis. Please help...Burning sensation left sided pain with proctitis / colitis. What can I do ? What medicine should I ask for ?...reactions2replies
Why do I get burning sensation in my chest with my colitis...Does anyone have similar symptoms!?? Burning sensation and stabbing pain ! 24/7 Please advise me what medication would help, please?! I have...reactions2replies
Whole30 diet, is it good for someone who has Crohn's?...Hi, my poor friend has Crohn's and is desperate to feel normal. He's considering the Whole30 program but I am skeptical as...reactions3replies
Don’t Ignore Your Mental Health...Concern for mental health and emotional well-being is often overlooked and brushed aside when it comes to treating Crohn’s disease. It’s not...reactions1comment
For the Parent Whose Child was Diagnosed with IBD...I see you. I recently spoke during an Inflammatory Bowel Disease event in Iowa and a woman in front of me couldn’t...reactions1comment
Disappointing Others Because You Are Not Better...Those of us who suffer from at least one chronic illness probably have people in their life who always seem to wonder...reactions3comments
No Longer Embarrassed...Bowel habits have not always been a subject I was comfortable in discussing...whether it be with family, friends or strangers. Everyone knows...reactions2comments
What Did it Feel Like When You Realized that You Forgot?...To be honest, I completely forgot. I forgot what it was like to live a life that didn’t look like this. Labs...reactions6comments
Surviving Heartbreak with IBD...Sometimes it’s easier to blame every terrible moment on inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). It seems like the only logical thing to do...reactions1comment
14 Years Later - A Family Room Perspective...This room is full of emotions. This is the room that 14 yeas ago, my parents would be pulled from and told...reactions1comment
Rectum pressure...I had a Panproctocolectomy 15yrs ago and have had phantom pain sometimes, which usually went away if I went and sat on...reactions3replies
I've been diagnosed with Crohn's and I'm trying to find which biologic I should take....What is your opinion on Humira or Remicade?...reactions5replies
“Trust Your Gut” & the Irony Behind this Sentiment...I was a normal 23 year old when my life turned upside down. Outside of a very intense figure skating accident and...reactions2comments
J-Pouch...A J-pouch is formed as a result of a surgical procedure to remove the colon (large intestine) and rectum and create a...
Shout Out to the Caregivers...The ones who take off from work to be with us during long and sometimes tough procedures. The ones who would drop...reactions1comment
Grady Stewart...Grady was previously a health leader on InflammatoryBowelDisease.net. Bonjour! Je m’appelle Grady. I hail from the great, historic, and colorful city of...
