Understanding IBD

A collection of articles covering all aspects of IBD.

Chronic Illness Emotions: Anger, Bitterness, and Moving Forward

Being diagnosed with a Chronic illness like Ulcerative Colitis or Crohn’s Disease can be just as difficult mentally as it can be physically. In the below video I talk about how I reacted to hearing the news I had a life long illness for which there was no cure, how those emotions changed over time, […]

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Why Every J-Pouch or IBD Patient Should Have a RADAR Key

When you’re recovering from bowel surgery, confidence isn’t just about healing — it’s about knowing you can get to a toilet when you need to. For anyone living with Ulcerative Colitis, a J-pouch, or other bowel conditions, the RADAR Keycan be one of the simplest but most empowering tools you’ll ever own. 🧩 What Is

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The Disturbing Symptoms of Ulcerative Colitis (My Personal Journey)

If you’ve got some of the symptoms I’m about to describe, don’t brush them off. They could be early warning signs of ulcerative colitis symptoms — and this condition can be far more serious than many people first realise. Ulcerative colitis (UC) doesn’t just affect your gut. The symptoms of UC can turn your whole world upside

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