Inflammatory Bowel Disease is often referred to by the two main types, Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis. IBD is an inflammatory, chronic disease where the bowel (and whole digestive track if you have Crohn’s) can…
crohn's and colitis awareness week
Crohn's & Colitis awareness week 2019 : food and IBD
As fun as the festive season is, it isn’t always the most gut-friendly, especially when you have IBD. We over-indulge and might eat foods which can make us feel not so great. Another bowel charity,…
Crohn's & Colitis Awareness Week 2019 : Fatigue & the Spoon Theory
One of the hardest parts about living with Crohn’s & Colitis, especially post-surgery, is fatigue. Ironically, I’ve been putting off writing this post because I’ve been feeling so tired! Living with fatigue is one of…
Crohn's & Colitis awareness week 2019 : a stoma bag doesn't cure IBD
When I had emergency surgery for my ulcerative colitis, I was mainly excited about the prospect of life without running to the toilet every five minutes. I was ready for a symptom-free life and basically…
Crohn's & Colitis Awareness Week 2019 : the A to Z of IBD
When you’re diagnosed with a chronic illness, you’re suddenly thrown into this crazy world filled with complex words you might never have heard of before. You’ll suddenly become an expert in your own health. Today…
