Is Inflammatory Bowel Disease Contagious?
Monday April 28, 2008
Some people think that IBD is "all in your head." Some people think that IBD is caused by stress or a so-called Type A personality. We know that these aren't ... Read More
New Crohn's Drug Approved
Tuesday April 22, 2008
A new drug has been approved to treat adults with moderate to severe Crohn's disease. Research has shown that Cimzia (certolizumab pegol) was effective in decreasing the symptoms of Crohn's ... Read More
What to Expect Before, During, and After Colostomy Surgery
Thursday April 17, 2008
We've already learned about the types of colostomies, and why a colostomy may be needed to treat some diseases and disorders. But what really happens when you undergo surgery? ... Read More
What Caused Your IBD?
Monday April 14, 2008
This sounds like a very serious question. And it is. We don't know what causes inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). The theory right now is that IBD is caused by a ... Read More
Crohn's & Colitis Treatments: What's New and What's on the Way
Friday April 11, 2008
The Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America (CCFA) is hosting a teleconference about medication choices in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). The session outline includes an overview of IBD, a discussion ... Read More
Taking Your Meds on Time? Help for Teens and Parents
Wednesday April 9, 2008
For those of us who have inflammatory bowel disease, taking medication is a daily fact of life. It's hard to remember all the different meds, their doses, and whether or ... Read More
National Healthcare Decisions Day
Monday April 7, 2008
April 16 is National Healthcare Decisions Day. This is a day where adults are encouraged to plan for their future care by providing information about their wishes for their own ... Read More
What would be in YOUR dream bath?
Thursday April 3, 2008
The Ultimate Bathroom
Tuesday April 1, 2008
People with IBD often spend a lot of time in the bathroom. During a flare-up, it sometimes seems like a waste of time to actually leave the bathroom -- you'll ... Read More