Posts by: Wendy Henderson

Wendy Henderson

Wendy is a proven blogger and social media manager who has helped to build online communities for businesses and organizations. She currently heads the website’s social outreach online through social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest.

March 28, 2017

IBD Vlogger Opens Up About Her Depression and Mood Swings

In this video from Party Pooper, vlogger Cherylann talks about the emotional roller coaster ride that some people with inflammatory bowel disease go through. MORE: Read our seven tips for managing ... Read more

March 28, 2017March 28, 2017

The Challenges of Living With Crohn’s Disease

Living with a chronic disease is difficult and most patients will need to make significant lifestyle changes to manage their symptoms and keep flares under control. There are many challenges ... Read more

March 28, 2017

Patient Explains Ulcerative Colitis for the Newly Diagnosed

Effie Siamalekas is only just beginning to come to terms with her fairly recent diagnosis of ulcerative colitis. She’s still figuring out how to manage the disease, but she made this vlog ... Read more

March 25, 2017

What the Difference Between IBD and IBS?

Many people get IBS and IBD confused, even though there are major differences between the two conditions. Ten potential risk factors for inflammatory bowel disease. In this Mayo Clinic video, Dr. Jean Fox ... Read more

March 22, 2017

Can Inflammatory Bowel Disease Be Cured?

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a term for a group of diseases that affect the colon and intestines. It is an autoimmune disease where the body begins to attack ... Read more

March 16, 2017

7 Things to Do Before Your First Gastroenterologist Appointment

If your doctor suspects you have inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), you’ll be referred to a gastroenterologist for further testing. The first appointment you have with this specialist is important so it’s ... Read more