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Crohn’s Disease Flare-Up: What It Feels Like, Triggers, & Treatment

If you recently received a Crohn’s diagnosis, it’s understandable to feel a bit overwhelmed by the idea of having a form of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). But learning about what comes…

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5 Things I Do to Make Living With Crohn’s Feel Less Isolating

Luckily, after getting on treatment, I was able to get back to running. I actually ran the Boston Marathon in 2014. I had to stop six times on the course,…

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9 Reasons Your Poop Smells Next-Level Bad

The smell of poop isn’t exactly the most pleasant scent. It’s not supposed to smell good. But if the stench of your stool suddenly becomes so out-of-this-world, you may wonder,…

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Could IBS or IBD Be Causing Your Gut Issues?

As for what causes IBD, both ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease happen when a person’s immune system accidentally attacks their G.I. tract, according to the NIDDK. Ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s…

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Here’s What to Expect Before, During, and After a Colonoscopy

If anyone in your family has had colon cancer, or if you’re nearing the age of 45, you’ve probably already been told about the importance of scheduling a colonoscopy. You…

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What Could Be Causing Your Weird Stomach Problems?

Digestive troubles, for many people, top the list of symptoms that are straight-up miserable to live with. After all, who wants to feel constantly gassy or bloated while running to…

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Here’s How to Find Relief for Your Crohn’s Disease Symptoms

Immunomodulators can take up to three months to start working, however, so your doctor might recommend a steroid alongside one while you wait for it to take effect. These are…

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7 Digestive Symptoms You Should Definitely Tell Your Doctor About

If you have heartburn here and there, you probably don’t have a huge issue on your hands. Most people can manage the discomfort with over-the-counter antacids, which help neutralize stomach…

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Here’s How Your Gut Health Plays a Role in Ulcerative Colitis

According to a review article published in the journal Lancet, over 200 genetic risk locations (areas on chromosomes) for IBD have been identified. Interestingly, many of these locations contribute to…

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11 Ulcerative Colitis Symptoms You Should Never Ignore

If you find yourself doubled over with diarrhea and cramps, your first move might be to check the expiration date on that milk you poured in your cereal. But if…

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Why You Shouldn’t Just Accept Being Tired All the Time

When you’re feeling tired all the time, it’s easy to dismiss the constant fatigue as no biggie. After all, practically everyone is exhausted: It’s an unfortunate side effect of living…

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