Practical advice for managing Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, from symptom tracking to doctor visits.
After a month of ignoring symptoms led to a hospital stay, I built the IBD tracker I wish I'd had. Here's what happened and why tracking matters.
My fear of steroids led me to avoid treatment until I needed even more of it. A lesson in trusting your care team.
Why we hesitate to report blood to our doctors, and how being proactive can prevent serious complications.
A letter to my newly-diagnosed self with everything I wish someone had told me about living with IBD.
Navigating IBD on an Indian vegetarian diet. Which desi foods help, which to avoid, and how to handle family dinners when everything has been tadka'd.
Discover how keeping a symptom diary can help you identify triggers, communicate with your doctor, and take control of your IBD management.
Make the most of your gastroenterologist appointments by knowing exactly what information to share and what questions to ask.
When symptoms intensify, here's what you can do to get through a flare while working with your healthcare team.
Practical strategies for navigating everyday challenges when you have Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis.