By Robert Preidt HealthDay ReporterHealthDay Reporter MONDAY, June 6, 2022 (HealthDay News) — New research points to a compelling interplay between inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and depression. IBD includes Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. In addition to the physical pain that these illnesses can inflict upon sufferers, the new study showed that patients face a … Read more
Two young women with ulcerative colitis share photos of their stoma bags to normalise the condition. Source link
At 9, Natalie Rosenthal started having terrible stomach pains, fatigue, and diarrhea. She had dark circles under her eyes. She stopped growing taller or gaining weight. “I had spasms whenever I ate anything,” says Rosenthal, now an adult. “The pediatrician at first told my mom that I had a nervous stomach.” Meds to calm muscle spasms … Read more
SOURCES: Danielle Gulden, medical sales professional, Columbus, OH. Justin Mirigliani, software trainer, Cherry Hill, NJ. Yosef Nasseri, MD, colorectal surgeon, Surgery Group of Los Angeles. Margaret Goldberg, registered nurse; wound, ostomy, and continence nurse; past president, Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurses Society. United Ostomy Associations of America: “Intimacy After Ostomy Surgery Guide,” “What Is an … Read more
By Luke Gulbrand, as told to Stephanie Watson I’ve always referred to myself as a runner. I started running track in the sixth grade. In 2007, I ran my first marathon. Seven years later, I conquered my first triathlon. Running has always been my way to burn stress. It’s been there for me, even when … Read more
When New Orleans native Melanie Storey found out she had ulcerative colitis (UC) in 2014, she was 16 and looking forward to finishing her junior year of high school. She thought she’d just take some medicine and that would be it. Instead, she started getting sicker. After graduation, she tried other drug treatments, but they … Read more
Whether you think you might have ulcerative colitis (UC), you’ve just been diagnosed, or you’ve lived with it for years, there’s a lot to learn about this condition. We spoke with Sarah Streett, MD, clinical director of inflammatory bowel disease at Stanford University, to find out what a doctor who treats this disease every day … Read more
SOURCES: Bianca Hernandez, patient, Miami. CDC: “What is Inflammatory Bowel Disease?” Americans with Disabilities Act: “Service Animals,” “Frequently Asked Questions about Service Animals and the ADA.” American Kennel Club: “Service Dogs, Working Dogs, Therapy Dogs, Emotional Support Dogs: What’s the Difference?” Prairie Conlon, licensed professional counselor, national certified counselor, clinical director, CertaPet, Dallas. U.S. … Read more
SOURCES: Mayo Clinic: “Medical marijuana,” “Ulcerative Colitis,” “What are the benefits of CBD — and is it safe to use?” Harvard Health: “Cannabidiol (CBD) — what we know and what we don’t.” Inflammatory Bowel Diseases: “The Role of Cannabis in the Management of Inflammatory Bowel Disease: A Review of Clinical, Scientific, and Regulatory Information.” … Read more