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November 25, 2019November 21, 2019

Crohn’s Can Adversely Affect Oral Health

Columns, Finding the Silver Linings - a column by Lisa Burks

Although the main focus of Crohn’s disease surrounds the digestive system, it can affect the rest of the body in unexpected ways. Recently, I went to the dentist for ... Read more

November 22, 2019November 20, 2019

Looking at the Different Types of Tiredness with Crohn’s

Columns, It Could Be Worse - a column by Mary Horsley

With Crohn’s disease and IBD, people can experience different kinds of tiredness, including one that comes with fatigue and another that results from insomnia. I am affected by many ... Read more

November 21, 2019November 19, 2019

Striking a Balance as a Patient and Caregiver

Columns, Intestinal Fortitude - a Column by Emmeline Olson

After years of swimming in the deep end of healthcare as a patient, I’m wading in the shallows of caregiving. A week ago, my husband, Patrick, began treatment for ... Read more

November 18, 2019November 14, 2019

I Face Judgment and Disbelief While Living with Invisible Diseases

Columns, Finding the Silver Linings - a column by Lisa Burks

Crohn’s disease can be incredibly debilitating. Living with the weakness, fatigue, urgent bowel movements, intestinal pain, and secondary conditions associated with the condition is extremely challenging. What makes it ... Read more

November 14, 2019November 12, 2019

Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness Through the ACA

Columns, Intestinal Fortitude - a Column by Emmeline Olson

For U.S. citizens, open enrollment for the health insurance marketplaces began this month. Under the Affordable Healthcare Act (ACA), people can sign up for coverage until Dec. 15. Before ... Read more

November 11, 2019November 8, 2019

An Explainer on the Types of Steroids Used to Treat Crohn’s

Columns, Finding the Silver Linings - a column by Lisa Burks

Corticosteroids are typically the go-to medications to treat moderate to severe Crohn’s disease. This class of steroids mimics cortisol, a natural hormone produced by the adrenal glands. These medications ... Read more

November 8, 2019November 6, 2019

How to Safely Store and Dispose of Your Crohn’s Medications

Columns, It Could Be Worse - a column by Mary Horsley

When you have Crohn’s disease and IBD, you might try many different types of medications before you find what works for you. A topic that’s rarely addressed is the ... Read more

November 7, 2019November 5, 2019

Managing IBD and Holiday Stress

Columns, Intestinal Fortitude - a Column by Emmeline Olson

Last week, I wrote about how I have to be mindful of my eating habits during the holiday season. But managing my food intake is a breeze compared to ... Read more

October 31, 2019October 29, 2019

‘Tis the Season for Watching What I Eat

Columns, Intestinal Fortitude - a Column by Emmeline Olson

I buy my favorite candy at Halloween, so if we don’t get a lot of trick-or-treaters, the candy won’t go to waste because I’ll eat it myself. In the ... Read more

October 25, 2019October 25, 2019

What Should I Eat? Trigger Foods to Avoid with Crohn’s Disease

Columns, It Could Be Worse - a column by Mary Horsley

I’ll admit it: I’m guilty. Though I know I should avoid some foods that can trigger my Crohn’s disease, I sometimes give in to temptation. Firstly, I want to ... Read more