My Crohn's...I am new to this. I am not very open about my condition only with my partner and family so this is... a big (ish) step for me. I was...reactions2comments
Is my doctor right for me?...I have recently been diagnosed with Crohn’s disease and my Gastroenterologist started me on Flagyl. When that was done I was to wait another 2 weeks before seeing him again...reactions6replies
Dealing with Your Gut in Times of Grief ...In the days following the massacre in Las Vegas there are no words to truly capture the heart-wrenching feelings that overcome us all. It’s mind boggling to even try and...reactions1comment
When Your Friends Are Living Life...Without You...I see it every year, more pictures of friends expanding their families, getting engaged, traveling the world with groups of friends. And I get sad. It's an initial wave of...reactions5comments
MLB & UC – An Interview with Jake Diekman, Part 2...Throughout the month of October, we’ll be spreading the word about invisible illnesses and what it’s like to live with a disease people can’t see. Today, we’re featuring part 2...reactionscomments
When Food is Your Enemy...I'm sure living with IBD, you know many things that should be good for you, but aren't at all. Salad, fresh fruit, and veggies? For many of us, the "healthiest"...reactions7comments
My Battle And Success With Crohns...First of all I do not claim to be unique. I have read many stories and can relate to most of them. So I will share mine--- and maybe some...reactions3comments
How do you cope on the tough days?...Some days with IBD are okay and some are awful. Does anyone have advice on getting through the awful days?...reactions4replies
Being the IBD Super Mommy...As much as we love spending time with our little pumpkins over the summer, it’s kind of nice when they go back to school and we get a break from...reactions1comment
Not Always a Placebo! Types of Clinical Trials...When many people think of clinical trials, they may think of testing a new experimental drug or taking a placebo pill. But, not all clinical trials involve treatment! Even among...reactions1comment
When It's Not About IBD...I realize how awkward that must sound coming from an IBD patient. I mean really, once you’re diagnosed, what could possibly not be about inflammatory bowel disease? At times it...reactionscomments
Feeling Guilty When You're Unemployed...There's a certain funny feeling in my gut (no pun intended) I've had lately that has made me feel ill at times. The real irony is that it isn't my...reactions7comments
Understanding Remission in IBD...Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a family of chronic bowel diseases caused by inflammation in the body, especially in the intestines. IBD includes Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis (UC). It...reactions3comments
When Your Test Results Are Normal...No one ever wants to hear bad news. But after you've been sick for a long time, hearing the words "we found the issue" sure is reassuring. But what about...reactions5comments
Why I'm Sick of Hearing "Never Give Up"...Some people say giving up is not an option. They don't just say it, they shout it at themselves through clenched teeth while lifting something heavy over their heads for...reactions2comments
Swallowing NG Tubes: Tips and Tricks to Make it Easier...Hi everyone! I wanted to start off with this video of me swallowing an NG tube a few months ago while I was in the hospital. As you can see...reactions2comments
Take The Mental Health Survey!...Managing symptoms of IBD is difficult enough, but emotional and mental challenges can also arise. Often, people aren’t just coping with one chronic condition, but several, and it can have...reactionscomments
Frustrated...I am an RN and have worked in healthcare for many years. I also have had severe Crohn's disease for many years. I have become increasingly frustrated with GI doctors...reactions10comments
The Power of Yoga for IBD...There are so many positives to practicing yoga. For me, short-term it changes my mood, my level of anxiety and relaxation and it seems to actually help calm down my...reactions2comments
Chronic Illness Talk is Boring!...Do you ever feel like when you are at the worst of things with your inflammatory bowel disease, all you have to talk about is what is happening to your...reactions1comment