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Margaret’s Belly – Guest Post for #IBDawarenessweek

December 6, 2014
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| Categories: #IBDawarenessweek, #IBDNinja, colitis, Crohns, IBD, inflammatory bowel disease

I was first diagnosed in September/October 2013. For years before, I was being treated for low B12, low Vitamin D, and especially for mystery migraines. Looking back I can tie almost every issue I’ve had into the constellation of IBD events. IBD kicks the shins of every part of your body. I’m still reeling over the laundry list of…

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If you don’t hear from me…

November 5, 2014
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Hello friends! I wanted to let ya’ll know that if you don’t hear from me lately, it is because I have a lot of things going on. It is hard to explain everything in just one Twitter or Facebook post, so I thought it’d be best to do a quick blog post. For the past 3-4 months, my husband have…

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Revenge of the Butt Burn

October 11, 2014
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| Categories: #jpouch, B-12, butt burn, Crohn's Disease, diaper cream, IBD, j-pouch, Ulcerative Colitis

WARNING: This post contains graphic details of the aftermath of surgery and what people with Inflammatory Bowel Disease deal with on a regular basis. If you are squeamish or do not like “TMI” this post is not for you.  Twelve and a half weeks ago, I had the takedown surgery for my j-pouch. Things are going relatively well and…

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Ignorance is NOT Bliss!

September 20, 2014
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| Categories: Autoimmune Disease, chronic illness, Crohns, diseases, IBD, medication, prednisone, UC, Ulcerative Colitis

When it comes to chronic illness, ignorance is not bliss! This week a friend of mine was admitted to the hospital for liver and kidney failure because of harsh medications. One of the many medications given to those living with Inflammatory Bowel Disease. Having a chronic illness such as Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis are much more complex than a tummy ache…

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