Sick...I absolutely hate being sick, but especially when it's due to things other than IBD. I 100% realize that my ulcerative colitis...reactionscomments
UC Travel Story: Dis-Ease in "The Big Easy"...The “Big Easy” (more formally known as New Orleans, Lousiana) proudly proclaims, “Let the Good Times Roll!” But could someone with IBD...reactionscomments
How Crohn’s Made Me Love Myself!...I’ve suffered so much pain and anxiety, enough for 100 lifetimes. I have experienced every complication, infection, uncomfortable procedures, so much crying...reactions4comments
My Relationship with Alcohol and IBD...There are so many potential triggers for Crohn's and ulcerative colitis, and one of these is alcohol. Whilst there's nothing to suggest...reactionscomments
Funny Toilet Stories...One of the biggest challenges of living with Crohn's is finding a decent bathroom. Below is a collection of some of the...reactions8comments
I'd Prefer Reality to "Sugar Coating"...When I was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis, I had never heard of it. I had never even heard of inflammatory bowel disease...reactions3comments
My Four Simple Steps To Reduce Toxins And Maintain Health With IBD...The incidence of IBD in the general population is rising exponentially. According to the CDC, an estimated 3 million people suffered from...reactionscomments
Autoimmune Diseases Versus Immune-Mediated Inflammatory Diseases...In our four-part series of interviews with gastroenterologist Dr. Neilanjan Nandi, he will be answering patient questions on all-things IBD. Next up...reactionscomments
My Life Journey With Crohn's...I used to believe that my symptoms were a lifelong "consequence" of having my gallbladder removed. It was taken out in the...reactions2comments
Caregiver Needs Often Take a Backseat...My husband has spent over 16 years being a caregiver. His son started showing symptoms of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) at 3...reactionscomments
It's OK to Rest!...Taking a nap may be the most pleasurable, simple luxury for those suffering from Crohn's or colitis. However, it may also be...reactionscomments
Specialty Pharmacies Don’t Make IBD Any Easier On Us...A specialty pharmacy is an outfit that ships unique medicines such as biologic injectables to patients. In certain instances there are also...reactionscomments
Dating with IBD: Then and Now...Since being diagnosed, I have dated some grade-A jerks. From guys who didn’t even care about my condition, to my personal favorite...reactions1comment
The New Normal: In-Home Infusions...For those of you not familiar with the Entyvio infusion process, it is actually not that bad, however, it does take some...reactions1comment
Deciding Whether to Switch Doctors...Switching doctors can be stressful, so I’ve only done so when absolutely necessary. But over a 30-year period, I’ve had four gastroenterologists...reactions5comments
The Power of Saying: "I Have IBD"...There's something to be said for connecting with someone who lives your reality. You can go from being perfect strangers to what...reactions1comment
My Experience With Trying a Biologic for Ulcerative Colitis..."Let’s see if we can find a good vein." This was the common greeting before a Remicade infusion. I dreaded hearing it...reactions4comments
Why Finding Other "Sick" Friends Can Be A Blessing...Over the last year, I’ve been getting to know an acquaintance who has become a close friend. We share a lot of...reactions7comments
Crohn’s Disease Crashed My Wedding...I’ve been living with the fun that is Crohn’s disease for more than half my life. Like most other trips I’ve planned...reactions3comments
How Does Diet Impact Crohn’s Or UC? Results From the 2020 IBD In America Survey...We know that diet and nutrition are different for everyone with inflammatory bowel disease. It is not “one size fits all,” but...reactionscomments
