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Introduction: Inflammatory bowel diseases (IBDs) affect millions of people worldwide, and one such condition is ulcerative colitis. This chronic condition can significantly impact a person's quality of life, but with proper understanding and management, individuals can lead fulfilling lives. In this blog post, we will delve into what ulcerative colitis is, explore its causes, discuss... Continue Reading →
Crohn's disease is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that causes inflammation and damage to the digestive tract. It can affect any part of the digestive tract, from the mouth to the anus, but most commonly affects the small intestine and the colon. The exact cause of Crohn's disease is not known, but it is... Continue Reading →
IBD Family, I just wanted to write a post letting you know that this coming Monday (July 11th) I will be undergoing surgery. Most people know that I have had both hips totally replaced due to Avascular Necrosis from prednisone use for Crohn's. Back in March I dislocated my hip and had to have my... Continue Reading →
I have been diagnosed with Crohn's going on 7 years now and I have had a long time to come to terms with the disease. I understand it is a lifelong disease that has no cure, I get that there are good days and bad days but sometimes it still gets to me. Like recently.... Continue Reading →