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...reactionscomments
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...reactions2comments
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...reactionscomments
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...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 specialty pharmacy retail locations where you can arrange...reactionscomments
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...reactions1replyTips & 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...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions3repliesTips & 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...reactions2replies
IBD and Sex...I don't think we talk about the impact that IBD has on sex often enough! So, what better time to start? There have been many periods in which I didn't...reactions5comments
tests...hi guys, i’ll make this quick, i’ve had a lot of tests so far which include the standard stool tests and blood tests, along with an endoscopy, a colonoscopy (with...reactions2repliesTestsDiagnosisTips & Advice
Coping With Unwelcome Comments About UC...We all know the comments. Comments like, "Should you really eat that?" or "You're sick again?" These phrases are all too familiar for people with ulcerative colitis, and they often...reactions6comments
Not getting the right help...HI, My husband has ulcerative colitis and associated joint issues, he is on methatrexate which has been doing its job for last 3 years but he has been having a...reactions1replyTreatmentHealthcare TeamFlare-Ups
My Experience With Crohns Disease and Miscarriage (Part 2)...I shared in the first part of this article about how my hormones have impacted my Crohn’s disease. From my monthly cycles, through trying to conceive, and after the birth...reactionscomments
Mango Tango Smoothie...I am a huge fan of smoothies, not only for breakfast but for any meal of the day. They are easy to digest, convenient to eat (especially on the go!)...reactionscomments
CURED -- Ulcerative Colitis...Hi everyone, Short summary - I am Cured, thanks to Traditional Chinese Medicine. Detailed summary: I have had an autoimmune disease called Ulcerative Colitis for nearly 10 years. BUT NOW...reactions3repliesAwarenessLiving with Ulcerative ColitisFlare-Ups
Asymptomatic Chron's Disease...Has anyone else been completely asymptomatic yet pursued treatment for Chron's disease? I'm not seeking medical advice, but would like to understand if anyone else has had this experience and...reactions5repliesNewly DiagnosedSymptomsTreatment
Tips for Hitting to the Pool With Crohn’s or Colitis...It’s summertime and heading to the pool is all the rage. I live in Florida, so pool days are a way of life here. Most everyone has a pool in their backyard...reactionscomments
Jobs?...This is the first forum I have ever joined so I’m new at this, I don’t have anyone to really talk to and possibly get results. I don’t have money...reactions10repliesCopingDepressionWork & Employment