Columns

July 5, 2017July 5, 2017

The Quirks of Crohn’s Disease

Columns, Crohn's Corner - a column by Judy Walters

Most people without IBD don’t realize that a lot of sleeping and eating quirks come with Crohn’s disease. But those of us with the illness can relate to the strange eating ... Read more

June 30, 2017June 29, 2017

Crohn’s Disease and Diet: There Is No Magic Solution

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

We’ve all been there: Strangers send messages offering unsolicited advice about how to manage your Crohn’s disease, how to cure your symptoms, or how certain products can cause or prevent ... Read more

June 28, 2017June 27, 2017

Stelara Update: A Double Dose of Optimism

Columns, Crohn's Corner - a column by Judy Walters

Thanks to those of you last week who asked me to share my Stelara update. I started taking Stelara (ustekinumab) on Nov. 1, 2016. I had an infusion of it ... Read more

June 27, 2017June 26, 2017

4 Things that Really Bother Me

Chronically Strong - a column by Shawntel Bethea, Columns

Growing up, I was always taught to “look on the bright side” and not to complain about things I cannot change. These are concepts I tend to live by to ... Read more

June 26, 2017July 1, 2017

Arthritis Becomes Another Challenge of Crohn’s

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

When someone hears the word arthritis, they usually think of old folks. The truth is that arthritis can affect anyone at any age, especially when it’s related to a condition ... Read more

June 23, 2017June 22, 2017

Treatment Options: Biologic Medication Entyvio Is Next for Me

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

In a single article outside of my usual pattern of writing a series, I wanted to focus more on the biologic drugs and medications offered to Crohn’s disease and ulcerative ... Read more

June 21, 2017June 20, 2017

A Rare Portrayal of Crohn’s Disease in a Work of Fiction

Columns, Crohn's Corner - a column by Judy Walters

I read a book last week — just some light fiction that I tend to enjoy — and for the first time ever, at least for me, there was a ... Read more

June 20, 2017June 19, 2017

Staying Positive Through a Storm

Chronically Strong - a column by Shawntel Bethea, Columns

Lately, my health has not been the best, and it’s really been a struggle just to wake up in the morning. I’m exhausted, and no matter how much sleep I ... Read more

June 16, 2017June 15, 2017

Crohn’s Complications, Part Five: Ostomies

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

Editor’s note: This is the fifth and final article in the “Crohn’s Complications” series by Mary Horsley. This series will focus on IBD-related complications beyond the symptoms. Read part one, part two, ... Read more

June 14, 2017June 14, 2017

Participating in Study Becomes a Difficult Decision

Columns, Crohn's Corner - a column by Judy Walters

Last week I received a phone call from someone at the hospital where I see my gastroenterologist. She told me that another GI in the practice thought I would be ... Read more