Category: Life Stories
The Complexity Problem: Why IBD Research Feels Overwhelming Right Now
I’ve been reading IBD research for over two decades now, and I can’t remember a time when the field felt this simultaneously promising and overwhelming. My…
Switching Between Infusion, Injection, and Pill Forms: My Decision
I recently faced a question that I suspect many of us living with IBD encounter: can I switch from my current treatment delivery method to something else? In…
World IBD Day: You are not alone.
Today is World IBD Day, and I’ve been thinking about what that means after living with Crohn’s disease since 2002. The theme this year centers on a simple but…
Coffee, Alcohol, and Carbonated Drinks in IBD Remission: My Experience
I get this question a lot: “Ben, I’m finally in remission after months of flaring. Can I drink coffee again? What about a beer? Is Diet Coke off-limits…
How I Self-Assess Whether a New Crohn’s Drug Is Actually Working
When I start a new medication for my Crohn’s, the hardest part isn’t the side effects or the injections or the cost. It’s the not knowing. Am I better? A…
This Week in IBD: Your Weekly Roundup for March 24-30, 2026
Welcome to This Week’s Roundup Welcome back to our weekly digest of the latest IBD developments! This week brought us 11 powerful pieces of content covering…
When My Body Betrayed Me: Living with the Shock and Shame of a Fistula Diagnosis
This story represents a composite of common IBD experiences and is presented to help readers feel less alone in their journey. The Moment Everything Changed…
This Week in IBD: Your Weekly Roundup for March 10-16, 2026
Welcome to This Week’s IBD Movement Roundup Welcome back to our weekly digest of the latest IBD news, research, and stories from our community! This week, we…
From Needle Phobia to New Beginnings: My Journey Starting Biologic Treatment
This story represents a composite of common IBD experiences and is presented to help readers feel less alone in their journey. The Moment Everything Changed My…
This Week in IBD: Your Weekly Roundup for February 9-15, 2026
Welcome to This Week’s Roundup Welcome back to our weekly digest of everything happening in the IBD community! This week brought us an incredible 12 pieces of…
