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...My husband has spent over 16 years being a caregiver. His son started showing symptoms of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) at 3...

...Taking a nap may be the most pleasurable, simple luxury for those suffering from Crohn's or colitis. However, it may also be...

...A specialty pharmacy is an outfit that ships unique medicines such as biologic injectables to patients. In certain instances there are also...

...Since being diagnosed, I have dated some grade-A jerks. From guys who didn’t even care about my condition, to my personal favorite...

...For those of you not familiar with the Entyvio infusion process, it is actually not that bad, however, it does take some...

...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...

...There's something to be said for connecting with someone who lives your reality. You can go from being perfect strangers to what...

..."Let’s see if we can find a good vein." This was the common greeting before a Remicade infusion. I dreaded hearing it...

...Over the last year, I’ve been getting to know an acquaintance who has become a close friend. We share a lot of...

...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...

...We know that diet and nutrition are different for everyone with inflammatory bowel disease. It is not “one size fits all,” but...

...As technology advances, the medical establishment keeps coming up with new ways to survey your gastrointestinal tract. This is an exciting time...

...I will never forget the feeling I had when my gastroenterologist said: “You have Crohn’s disease.”  I was 21 years old, extremely...

...Before I was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease, I really hated using the bathroom, especially if it wasn’t my own. If I could...

...This week marks two years since I had 18 inches of my intestine removed. I’ll always remember the apprehension and fear I...

...In my experience, one of the most draining elements of living with any chronic illness is the hefty weight of isolation that...

...As a public high school teacher, this past year has ranked as the most stressful one I’ve ever experienced in my 27-year...

...I have talked a decent amount about how much inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) has impacted my relationship with food. I have learned...