Crohn's and the FODMAP Elimination Diet...As far as we know, diet neither causes nor cures Crohn's or ulcerative colitis. However, certain diets have been shown to be...reactions3comments
Treatment by Type of IBD...Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) refers to 2 main conditions: Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis (UC). Both types of IBD cause inflammation and...
J-Pouch...A J-pouch is formed as a result of a surgical procedure to remove the colon (large intestine) and rectum and create a...
Nighttime Anxieties...While anxiety is very common in today's society, it is even more prevalent among people who suffer from a chronic illness like...reactions1comment
Getting a Disabled Parking Permit and Getting Over Stigma...I wasn't able to find a parking space within reasonable proximity to the front of the store. By the time we hiked...reactions3comments
Is It My Crohn's Disease or Something Else?...One of the most frustrating things I personally find about living with Crohn's disease is the fact we can't see our disease.Although...reactions10comments
My Ulcerative Colitis Diagnosis: From First Signs to Acceptance...Ulcerative colitis: a name not quite as catchy as Crohn's disease but one that leaves little room for ambiguity. For something so...reactions4comments
JAK Inhibitors...Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) can include several conditions that involve chronic inflammation of the digestive tract, including Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis...
UC Fatigue Is Deeper Than "Tired"...Chronic illness fatigue can have you questioning yourself and being unnecessarily harsh when you most need self-compassion.Fatigue is one of the most...reactions8comments
What Are Biosimilars?...Biosimilars are drugs that are very similar to an already-approved biologic drug. Biologics are drugs made from living cells. These cells can...
Turmeric for Ulcerative Colitis: A Natural Anti-Inflammatory Agent?..."Can anyone offer 'natural alternative' suggestions for someone living with ulcerative colitis?"As I was scanning social media one evening, I noticed this...reactions5comments
Alcohol, Caffeine, and Crohn's...When I was first diagnosed with Crohn's, I was told to stay away from alcohol and caffeine. Since I loved the taste of...reactions3comments
15 Questions & Answers on Living With Ulcerative Colitis...For anyone new to this site, and perhaps new to living with ulcerative colitis entirely – you might be wondering more about...reactions7comments
The Panic of a Stormy Colon and a "Closed Restroom" Sign...During times of inflammatory bowel distress, the tiniest acts mean so much. I realized this when my husband and I traveled during...reactionscomments
It's Back: Another Painful UC Flare...The pain is back. Like a jackhammer in my gut, I feel the pulsating, rippling high-tide of pain throbbing throughout my belly...reactionscomments
Understanding the Psychological Impact of Crohn's and Colitis...Living with inflammatory bowel disease comes with such a multifaceted set of challenges. There are obviously physical things we struggle with –...reactions20comments
Feeling "Food Pressure" and Paying the Painful UC Price..."Oooh... It smells so good," I think to myself. I try to ignore the sizzle, crackle, pop of greasy goodness. But it's...reactions15comments
What Is "Step Therapy"?: The Impact of Insurance on Our Treatment Decisions...My ulcerative colitis symptoms have mostly been controlled by 5-ASA medications. These medications help manage my symptoms, averting the increased urgency or...reactionscomments
Mild Ulcerative Colitis for 28 Years...I had no choice, I had to work. So when I was diagnosed with this incurable disease, I looked to natural herbs...reactions4comments
Locked Out: The Misery of No Restroom...A reality exists that incites immediate fear and anguish for anyone with inflammatory bowel disease. This reality, when it arrives, hits hard...reactionscomments
