What To Eat During an IBD Flare...The other day I had a vexing Crohn's episode. Countless trips to the bathroom. Abdominal pain. Nausea. Exhaustion. While I’ve since improved...reactions17comments
Consider This When Choosing Your Gastroenterologist...There are many decisions that must be made when living with Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis. From selecting an insurance carrier to...reactionscomments
Vedolizumab not working...Last friday I got my second dosis of Vedolizumab and since then I' ve been feeling even worse: more times to the...reactions12replies
i want to know what will happen...ive always suffered with severe constipation i have a terrible pain in my back and rectum which makes me feel sick cant...reactions8repliesDiagnosis
Recognizing a Trigger Food...I’m more than a decade into living with IBD. I have spent agonizing days, weeks, months, and years navigating what I eat...reactions10comments
Jennifer Landau...Jennfifer was previously a patient leader on InflammatoryBowelDisease.net. Jennifer Landau is a writer, editor, former teacher, and fierce advocate for her son...
How To Deal With Butt Leakage...It’s the worst. You walk from point A to point B, and you leak. Why? Oh, there are so many factors, unfortunately. Crohn’s disease...reactions3comments
My IBD diagnosis...I've been doing a lot of reading about IBD since being diagnosed last month and it really is disturbing the amount of...reactions6comments
My 34-Year Crohn's Journey Continues...At the time of my diagnosis back in the '80s, there were 2 options when it came to medical treatment when dealing...reactions10comments
Environmental Triggers and IBD Symptoms...While city life offers definite cultural and social benefits, a more rural environment has helped moderate my IBD symptoms. Coincidence? Perhaps. All...reactions6comments
Why I Won’t Be Taking Prednisone Ever Again...Content note: This article includes content related to suicide, which may be upsetting for some readers. For more information on mental health...reactions9comments
Compatibility Ulcerative colitis and méthyl-sulfonyl-methane/ Quercetin...Hi, I'm looking for other approaches . I can’t stand conventional treatments. I'm very responsive UC since 30 years, diet without residues...reactions3repliesDiet & NutritionTreatmentSide Effects
New here - could I have IBD?...After years of flare ups I am wondering whether what I am suffering with is IBD. Would really appreciate any feedback. So...reactions1replyDiagnosis
Sick and Tired of Being Sick and Tired...Anyone with Crohn's or colitis can relate to feeling sick and tired of being sick and tired. Every single day can feel...reactions16comments
Post surgery recovery...I had a laparoscopic ileocecal resection 21/2 weeks ago- recovery going well does anybody have experience of when I might return to...reactions2repliesSurgeryExercise
20 Low-Residue Food Ideas...A low-residue diet might be advised for a number of reasons. For example, it might benefit people with problematic diarrhoea, narrowing (strictures)...reactions5comments
Chronic pain ...I struggle with chronic pain from having four Crohns Disease related surgeries. When I eat something it feels like razor blades going...reactions3replies
Falling Back Into a Crohn’s Flare After Being in Remission...I’m a veteran IBD patient, having lived with Crohn’s disease now for more than a decade. I mostly understand how my body...reactions3comments
The Surgery Struggle is Real. Trust your instincts....I began to experience urgency as a small child in the 1950's. I mostly hid the few accidents I had. Then through...reactions4comments
Perimenopause and IBD: Just Another Setback?...Mood swings. Hot flashes. Night sweats. Difficulty sleeping. Constant fatigue. Desert-dry conditions in the nether regions. Doesn't this sound like I'm just...reactions2comments
