Tips for Managing PTSD Related Nightmares...There is a tremendous amount of trauma and stress when a person has a severe chronic illness like IBD (inflammatory bowel disease)...reactions1comment
Complications...Crohn’s disease is an inflammatory disease of the digestive tract. For most people, inflammation is the only feature of Crohn’s disease at...
Sounding Like a Babbling Idiot...I had to go to the dreaded ER a few weeks ago. As most of you know, the emergency room is a...reactions2comments
Inflammation of the Liver and Bile Ducts...Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), which encompasses Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, causes inflammation of the digestive tract. For up to 50% of...
Liver Disease...Your liver plays many important roles, including: There are special considerations for people who have overlapping inflammatory bowel disease and liver disease...
Colitis Strikes Again...It’s amazing; I am always hearing of new people being diagnosed with either Crohn’s or colitis. A few months ago, my girlfriend...reactions1comment
Erring on the Side of Caution with IBD...I learned at a very young age that I wasn’t invincible and I honestly wish I hadn’t figured that out so soon...reactions1comment
Not All Holidays are Created Equal...For many people, holidays are a point of struggle. Memories, sometimes even flashbacks of hospital visits, can linger, blocking good holiday cheer...reactions4comments
3 Tips for Surviving the Holidays...Holidays are meant to be a time of joy and celebration. Unfortunately, the holidays and stress often go hand-in-hand. The traveling, the...reactions1comment
IBD in the Genes...Did you know that over 50 genes have been linked to inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)? Although no one knows exactly what causes...reactions1comment
Socialize for Good Health...Going out with friends may not sound as fun when you feel limited by what you can eat and drink. However, it...reactions1comment
Colon Cancer...Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer in the United States and the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths. Less than...
The beginning of it all...I've been reading the various posted here for a while now and have felt that I should share my story. I hope...reactions5comments
Has Crohn’s Disease Robbed Us From Starting a Family Naturally?...During my first in-person appointment in over seven months, I asked my PCP about seeing a reproductive endocrinologist. You know, to dot...reactions3comments
One Hour at a Time......Life can be very overwhelming for so many reasons. You certainly don’t need me to tell you that life can be stressful...reactions1comment
Reality Isn't Always Sweet...Everything is going to be roses right? Sorry sweetheart. Life with an Ostomy isn't always smooth sailing. You have Crohn's disease. What...reactions1comment
Isolating Myself to Protect Others?...Living with a form of inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn’s Disease and ulcerative colitis) can often come with a lot of emotional angst...reactions2comments
Choosing a Gastroenterologist...I have had my fair share of doctors over the years. Some gastroenterologists I liked, and some not so much. Over the...reactions4comments
Pain: The Secret Symptom of IBD...We know from our community members that IBD brings with it a host of unexpected symptoms - everything from inflammation to fever...reactionscomments
Is there light at the end of the tunnel?...Hello! I am not sure I belong in this forum, since I have not been diagnosed yet. However, my doctor suspects of...reactions8comments
