Category: Support
What Every Person with Crohn’s Disease Should Know Before Starting Biologic Therapy: A Comprehensive Guide
If you’ve been living with Crohn’s disease and conventional treatments haven’t provided the relief you need, your gastroenterologist may have mentioned…
Understanding Disease Clearance in Ulcerative Colitis: What New Treatment Approaches Mean for Your Journey
If you’re living with ulcerative colitis (UC), you’ve likely heard your gastroenterologist discuss treatment goals like “remission” or “mucosal healing.” But…
IBD Travel Emergency Kit: The Complete Guide to Stress-Free Adventures
Living with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) doesn’t mean your wanderlust has to take a backseat. Whether you’re managing Crohn’s disease or ulcerative…
Is It Safe to Get Pregnant with IBD? A Guide for People with Crohn’s and Colitis
Introduction If you’re living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and thinking about starting or expanding your family, you’re likely wondering about the…
Sleep Optimization Toolkit for IBD Flare Management: A Complete Guide to Better Rest Despite Symptoms
Living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) often means navigating a complex relationship with sleep. Whether it’s the urgent need for bathroom trips that…
New Insights into Pediatric IBD Treatment: What This Means for Young Patients and Their Families
If you’re a parent watching your child struggle with inflammatory bowel disease, or if you were diagnosed with IBD as a young person yourself, you know that…
The Promise of Personalized IBD Care: What UChicago Medicine’s Patient-Centered Approach Means for Your Crohn’s Journey
Living with Crohn’s disease often feels like navigating an unpredictable storm – one day you’re managing symptoms well, and the next, you’re back to square…
Why Your ‘Stress’ Symptoms Might Actually Be Early Crohn’s Signs
Many people with persistent digestive symptoms are told it’s “just stress,” but gastroenterologists are now highlighting subtle early signs of Crohn’s disease that often get overlooked. Understanding these warning signs can help patients advocate for proper care and potentially shorten the path to diagnosis.
New Hope for Kids with Crohn’s: Blood Filtering Treatment Shows Promise
New research shows that a blood filtering treatment called GMA helped 69% of children with Crohn’s disease achieve remission, offering hope for families seeking alternatives to traditional medications. This gentle, non-drug approach could be a game-changer for kids who haven’t responded well to conventional treatments.
The Hidden Struggles: Living With Crohn’s Unpredictability
Living with Crohn’s disease means navigating unpredictable symptoms while maintaining hope for better days. Beyond the medical management, it’s about understanding the emotional toll of chronic illness and building the resilience to thrive despite uncertainty.
