Managing IBD
How Does Crohn’s Affect the Eyes?
Inflammation is a hallmark of Crohn's disease, and it can show up in organs outside the digestive tract, including the eyes. Here's what to know.
July 26, 2023
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Tired? Decision Fatigue May Be to Blame
Decision fatigue is common in people with chronic conditions. Learn what it is and simple tips to manage it.
March 29, 2023
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Try a New (Sleeping) Position in the Bedroom
The way you lie down can make a difference in your IBD symptoms — and in your overall sleep quality.
May 26, 2022
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Antibiotics for Crohn’s Disease: What You Should Know
While they're not a cure for Crohn's disease, antibiotics can help prevent infections and treat complications of the condition. But can they cause flare-ups?
April 19, 2022
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Stuck on Acupuncture: How Needling Improved My Crohn’s Symptoms
My bloating is gone, I’m more regular, and I get 40 minutes each week of relaxing “me time” on the acupuncture table.
May 22, 2023
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To Drink or Not to Drink with IBD?
The effects of alcohol on IBD seem to vary from person to person. For me, the medical consequences of drinking were worse than the social consequences of not drinking.
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What Is a Proctocolectomy?
A proctocolectomy is when a doctor removes the colon and rectum. The procedure will remove diseased tissue and eliminate symptoms, restoring quality of life.
March 31, 2023
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What’s New in IBD Research in 2022?
In 2022, researchers have learned more about IBD, including possible new treatments and why it occurs.
June 16, 2022
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IBD Mistakes You May Still Be Making
There's more to managing Crohn's and UC than managing your diet.
March 31, 2023
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How to Navigate the U.S. Healthcare System When You Live with a Chronic Condition
Dealing with the U.S. healthcare system when you have a chronic condition can feel impossible, but it’s easier when you know what to expect.
June 28, 2022
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How to Manage Acid Reflux with Crohn’s Disease
Tracking your symptoms can help you identify a connection between your acid reflux and IBD flare-ups. And different treatment choices, such as medication, diet, and lifestyle changes, can make your symptoms easier to manage.
April 13, 2022
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I Tried the New Colonoscopy Prep So You Don’t Have To
A new type of prep eliminates the need to drink liquid laxative before a colonoscopy. It may easier and more comfortable for many people.
November 28, 2022
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The Preventive Healthcare Steps to Take When You Live with IBD
People with IBD are at higher risk for certain types of infections, cancers, and other health conditions. Be sure you know what preventive measures to take.
November 28, 2022
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Feeling Down in the Mouth with Crohn’s Canker Sores?
People with Crohn's may develop mouth sores, but they're easily treatable.
November 30, 2023
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How Do I Know If My IBD Is in Remission?
How Do I Know If My IBD Is in Remission?
December 08, 2023
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Are Probiotics Good or Bad for Crohn’s Disease?
Can probiotics help manage your Crohn’s symptoms? Here's what the current research says
October 01, 2021
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6 Tips for Coping with Hair Loss and Your Chronic Condition
Hair loss was a blow to my identity, but I'm slowly learning to come to terms with it.
August 25, 2021
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What to Expect When Your Doctor Prescribes Prednisone for IBD
Being prescribed prednisone for IBD can be overwhelming. Knowing what to expect can help you feel more confident and less nervous when starting treatment.
July 15, 2021
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How to Stay Hydrated with a Stoma
Those with a stoma are at high risk for dehydration. Luckily, you can still enjoy the warmer months by closely monitoring your body and focusing on hydration.
July 27, 2021
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Is Prednisone Making You Anxious? Here’s How to Cope
Prednisone can be a game-changer for stabilizing your IBD, but it may also mess with your mind.
June 28, 2021
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6 Tips for Coping with IBD Fatigue
IBD fatigue is more than being “just tired.” These tips can help you manage it.
May 14, 2021
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Ask the Expert: COVID-19 Vaccines and Chronic Conditions
A pharmacist answers common questions among Healthline's chronic condition communities.
April 02, 2021
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10 Tips for Surviving Summer with IBD
Dehydration, symptom changes, and sun exposure can all poses challenges in the summer when you live with IBD. Learn to prepare so you can make the most of the longer, warmer days.
May 27, 2021
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9 Tips for Surviving Your First PillCam
It might seem like a daunting experience at first, but this exciting piece of technology can help monitor your Crohn’s disease more effectively.
January 19, 2021
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7 Tips That Helped Me Maintain Weight in an IBD Flare-Up
While most symptoms of inflammatory bowel disease are invisible, weight loss is an extremely visible one that takes a physical and mental toll on those who experience it.
June 21, 2021
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How Virtual Care Has Changed My Chronic Illness Treatment
The option of virtual care used to be a dream for managing my chronic illness. It took a pandemic for that dream to come true.
March 10, 2021
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How CBD and THC Help Me Manage Ulcerative Colitis Symptoms
I had my reservations about it at first, but now I'm a true believer in the healing powers of cannabis.
July 16, 2020
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Immunocompromised: How to Know If You Have a Weakened Immune System
If you have a compromised immune system, you can take actions to protect yourself and stay healthy.
May 18, 2020
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How to Manage Hair Loss as a Side Effect of IBD
Hair loss could be a head’s up that you need to address aspects of your condition in new ways.
July 16, 2020
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5 Ways I Built Healthy Habits with IBD
I knew I needed to change some habits, like eating more healthfully, exercising even when I don't feel like it, and communicating more with my partner, to get a better handle on my ulcerative colitis. Here's how I did it.
January 03, 2023
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How Meditation Helps Me Manage My Pain
Try this beginner's meditation guide to soothe pain from chronic conditions.
December 17, 2023
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When IBD Causes Symptoms Outside Your Gut
Inflammatory bowel disease can show up in other areas of the body, like the skin, eyes, liver, and joints. Here's what to be alert for.
January 05, 2023
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9 Tips for Coping with Long Hospital Stays
If you're living with a chronic condition, the last thing you want to deal with is a long hospital stay for a flare, complication, or surgery. Doing what you can to feel comfortable and care for your mental health can make it feel a little more tolerable.
April 23, 2020
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Why Ulcerative Colitis (UC) Causes Back Pain and What You Can Do About It
UC is an inflammatory disease, so it can cause problems in many places in the body outside the gut, including the back. Medical and lifestyle strategies can help minimize the pain.
February 14, 2024
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Having a Crack at Chiropractic for Crohn’s
I tried everything I could think of for my severe bloating: exercise, abdominal massage, probiotics, and more. When I didn’t get relief, I decided to try visiting a chiropractor.
March 04, 2024
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Light at the End of the Tunnel: How to Manage a Crohn’s Disease Fistula
A fistula is an abnormal connection or "tunnel" between two body parts. These can develop in people with Crohn's disease, but medical and at-home treatments can ease the discomfort.
March 04, 2024
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6 Tips for Remembering Medications
It’s time to get organized. Here are six tips for remembering to take your medications from someone living with diabetes.
March 07, 2024
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We Need to Talk About The Financial Challenges of Living with a Chronic Condition
Living with a chronic condition can be expensive. We need to do a better job of providing resources and support to those who need it. Here are some of the ways that living with a chronic condition or disability can be costly, as well as some tips for ways to get assistance.
January 20, 2023
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The 5 Things You Need in Your Holiday Recovery Toolkit
If you live with IBD and indulged in some favorite treats or experienced other kinds of stress around the holidays, you might be starting the new year with fatigue or tummy troubles. Here's how to get back on track.
January 11, 2024
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I Count on Cannabis for Relief from My IBD Symptoms
Cannabis is part of a holistic approach I use to help ease the stomach pain, nausea, insomnia, and other symptoms of ulcerative colitis.
March 15, 2024
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Can You Drink Alcohol While Taking Prednisone for IBD?
You can enjoy 1–2 drinks per day if you're taking prednisone. However, alcohol and prednisone share many of the same side effects, so if you drink more than this, the combined effects may be more severe.
January 19, 2024
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New Biologics and Other Medications on the Horizon for IBD
As options expand, people with Crohn's or UC are more likely to be able to find a treatment that works well for them.
March 24, 2023
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Are NSAIDS Still Off Limits for People with IBD?
If you live with Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis, you’re still subject to the same fevers, aches, and pains as everybody else. You may even have other inflammatory conditions that require ongoing relief from pain and swelling, making it difficult to know which types of pain relieving pills are safe to pop. We break it down.
January 24, 2024
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I’ve Created a Morning Routine for More Energy with IBD
My ulcerative colitis can leave me feeling drained and fatigued. This routine helps me stay energized.
August 09, 2022
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The Medicinal Magic of Music
Bezzy RA guide, Ashley Boynes-Shuck, shares her relationship with music and how it's helped her through hard times.
January 18, 2024
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I Was a Technophobe — Then I Got Tech-Savvy to Manage My Chronic Condition Better
I used to hate technology. Then, I learned it could help me manage costs, communicate quicker and more effectively with my doctors, and save me time and energy. And it wasn’t nearly as difficult as I’d imagined!
February 07, 2024
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A Guide to Crohn’s Disease and Skin Issues
Your IBD may be a factor in rashes, lesions, patches, and lumps that appear on your skin in various areas. Learn more here.
September 30, 2023
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What It's Like to Have a Fistulotomy
My fistulotomy was one of the hardest things I've ever gone through, but now I'm so glad I did it!
September 29, 2022
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If IBD Affects My Gut, Why Am I Always So Fatigued?
Sometimes the IBD-related fatigue is worse than the bowel symptoms. Here’s how to deal.
September 28, 2022
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Contemplative Practices Can Help When You Live with Chronic Pain
Pain has taught me a lot about who I am. My contemplative practice has been an important part of my journey into knowing myself.
September 30, 2022
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Flu Season Is Upon Us: What Those Living with Chronic Conditions Need to Know
If you're living with a chronic condition, it's important to be aware of your risks and what you can do to lower your risk of catching the flu. Learn more here.
December 22, 2022
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Accessing Accommodations at Work or School Can Feel Overwhelming. Where Do I Start?
Whether you are a student or in the workforce, you deserve to have your needs met. Asking for accommodations can be intimidating. This article will help you figure out your first steps.
July 12, 2023
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What to Expect When You’re Expecting with IBD
There's nothing that says people with ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease can't have healthy, successful pregnancies.
March 22, 2021
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10 Tips for Managing Life After Fistula Surgery
Fistulas are a common and severe complication of living with Crohn’s disease. After experiencing four abscesses, one anal fistula, and three surgeries myself, here are my top tips for managing life after your fistula surgery.
October 19, 2020
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My Search for a Crohn’s-Compatible Antidepressant
It was a long journey to find a medication that worked for me, but it was definitely worth the wait.
May 19, 2021
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My Experience with the COVID-19 Vaccine and IBD
With the vaccine behind me, I feel hopeful for the future for the first time in over a year.
June 25, 2021
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Newly Diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis? Here’s What You Need to Know
If you've just received an ulcerative colitis diagnosis, you probably have lots of questions. Learn about symptoms, treatment, and what UC means for you.
March 10, 2022
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What Is Proctitis?
Proctitis is a condition in which the lining of the inner rectum becomes inflamed. The rectum is part of your lower digestive system.
March 13, 2022
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Antibiotics for Crohn’s Disease
Antibiotics can be effective in reducing symptoms and even decreasing the activity of Crohn’s disease. Understand the pros and cons, and learn if one might be right for you.
March 10, 2022
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Crohn’s Symptoms: Know What to Watch For
Depending on its location, Crohn's disease symptoms can vary. Learn about the common signs and symptoms of each area, so you can help your doctor make the right diagnosis.
March 11, 2022
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What You Should Know About Ulcerative Colitis and Smoking
Smoking has been shown to reduce the symptoms of ulcerative colitis. But does this mean you should use nicotine as a treatment? Learn more.
March 10, 2022
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Anal Cancer: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Anal cancer is a rare form of cancer that affects the tissues of the anus. We explain what you need to know about its causes and how it’s diagnosed.
March 10, 2022
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7 Tips for Dealing with Erythema Nodosum If You Have IBD
Erythema nodosum is an uncomfortable, and relatively common, complication of IBD, but managing your symptoms is possible.
June 24, 2021
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The Importance of Building a Therapeutic Relationship with Your Doctor When You Live with IBD
A trusting, collaborative relationship often results in better care.
December 12, 2022
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Everything You Need to Know About Stool Samples If You Live with IBD
Collecting your first stool sample may feel daunting, but it's a painless, quick, and noninvasive way for your doctor to see what's going on in your digestive system.
September 02, 2021
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Immunocompromised? Here’s How to Navigate the Ever-Changing COVID-19 Guidelines
Understanding our unique set of concerns and protocols can feel dizzying. But there are actions you can take to protect yourself.
August 23, 2021
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Navigating Incontinence Challenges in IBD: Can Pelvic Therapy Make a Difference?
Pelvic floor therapy uses a range of techniques to help strengthen and stabilize the pelvic floor. This can help improve digestion, reduce pain, and improve bowel function and control for people who live with an inflammatory bowel disease such as Crohn's or ulcerative colitis.
October 03, 2023
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How Long Does It Take for Prednisone to Work in IBD?
Prednisone is a fast-acting medication that should provide relief for acute symptoms of ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease within a couple of days.
October 24, 2023