What's a Capsule Endoscopy?...As technology advances, the medical establishment keeps coming up with new ways to survey your gastrointestinal tract. This is an exciting time to be a patient with Crohn's or ulcerative...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
App...Hi I am new to this. Is there a social platform that I am able to download to my phone like Facebook? Thanks Amir...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesTips & Advice
The TPN Process...If you missed my first article on TPN, you can find it here: "What Is TPN?" In this article, I'll talk a bit more about the ongoing process of TPN...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
How to Make Your Own Lemon, Ginger, and Turmeric Tea...As I write this recipe, I'm struggling with an awful cold and have just had my COVID-19 jab. When I have a cold, I always reach for this lemon ginger...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
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 one of the biggest reasons for experiencing guilt...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Upper Endoscopy - tips and reviews! ...Hello! I have crohns disease and in the past year or so have been having some problems with acid reflux etc and severe stomach pain. Next month I've to go...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesDiagnosisTests
What is TPN?...You may have heard the acronym “TPN” before, but have you actually known what it stands for and what it is? Here are some TPN questions answered for IBD patients...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Doctor "95% sure it's ulcerative colitis"...Hi everyone, I'm Paul and I thought I was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis last summer but when the test results came back from the sample they took, I was told...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesDiagnosisNewly Diagnosed
Crohn's...When I was 14 in 1974 I had my first colostomy. I had so much abdominal pain in my stomach and I could not hold anything in my stomach, it...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Active 6 days agoDo you experience any unexpected symptoms? ...What is an unexpected Crohn's or UC symptom that you have experienced or are experiencing, and how do you manage it?...Reactions0reactionsComments83 repliesSymptoms
Gluten and My Gut...Fluffy, sugary goodness... It’s staring me right in the face during my first-period class. The box of Jolly Pirate Donuts sits before me as a teenage boy begins his day...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Trying to Find Balance With Ulcerative Colitis Pain...I have experienced sooo much pain over the years, thanks to ulcerative colitis. So much so, that I found myself learning to just function with it to a certain extent...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Traveling While On Medication...A lot of us patients with Crohn’s or ulcerative colitis have to take a number of medications. When we are at home, it is easy to store them and stay...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Tomato and Turmeric Spiced Potato...Today I'm back with another recipe with one of my favourite foods: potato! If you find potato is one of your safe foods but are bored of mashed potatoes or...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
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 specialty pharmacy retail locations where you can arrange...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
covid delta version...Hi everyone, I'm wondering about the new covid strain. It seems to be more contagious, and being on immune suppressors might make some of us more likely to be infected...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesTips & Advice
"No Pants Day"? That Could Be a Problem with Ulcerative Colitis...Are you ready to drop your drawers? Kick your knickers to the curb? Could you parade around in panties at the workplace? For the adventurous types, "No Pants Day" is...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Digital Health vs. Digital Therapeutics...Technology is now a common way to deliver healthcare. Digital health products help prevent, diagnose, or manage chronic conditions. Devices range from wellness apps to artificial intelligence and wearable devices...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Tips to help with constipation after Colonoscopy?? ...Hi!!!! Hope everyone is well!! So I had my first Colonoscopy on Wednesday and I’m now suffering with terrible constipation! I know this is normal due to completely clearing your...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesTips & Advice
Long term effects on biologics...Hi, I have been diagnosed with UC 2.5 years ago and have had as couple of moderate flares in this period. The last flare dates back to early may this...Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
