Today is World Ostomy Day. Some may scoff and say, “Why on earth do we need to recognize a day like today?” I would tell you, it’s for that very reason. There’s a big stigma associated with having an ostomy that sadly still stands today. Earlier this year you may remember a certain commercial in which a woman paints…
Back when I was first diagnosed with ulcerative colitis, I came across myibd.org. There I found a FREE Restroom Access Card. I was elated to have another tool in my IBD belt to help me when I was in need. I loved that it was professional looking. I loved that it was made of PLASTIC and therefore durable. I…
We all have “one of those friends” who just doesn’t get the message that you have an incurable disease. They get upset when you cancel plans. They say, “Why are you sick all the time?” They don’t get it. You look ok, but on the inside is a raging fire and pain they could never imagine. They don’t see…
Food is a touchy subject for people with Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis. These diseases are so diverse, it’s difficult to pinpoint problematic food. Some of us cannot eat leafy greens. Others cannot eat meat. Most of us, when we find our safe foods, will eat the same things over and over and over again. It usually isn’t the…
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