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Living With Inflammatory Bowel Disease

An IBD diagnosis may require a number of changes in your life. Explore the various things you can do to make living with this condition a little bit easier.

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IBD and Vitamin D Levels

By Amber J. Tresca

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People with Crohn's or Ulcerative Colitis Risk Flu Complications

By Amber J. Tresca

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IBD and Disability Benefits

Medically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MD, MPH

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IBD and the Menstrual Cycle

By Amber J. Tresca

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IBD and the Risk of Prostate Cancer

Medically reviewed by Jay N. Yepuri, MD, MS

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IBD and the Risk of Cervical Cancer

Medically reviewed by Priyanka Chugh, MD

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How Telemedicine Can Be Effective If You Have IBD

Medically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MD, MPH

Menopause Definitions

Inflammatory Bowel Disease and Menopause

Medically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MD, MPH

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Tattoos and Autoimmune Disease

Medically reviewed by Leah Ansell, MD

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Yoga for Crohn's Disease or Ulcerative Colitis

Medically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MD, MPH

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Clostridium Difficile Infection With IBD

Medically reviewed by Priyanka Chugh, MD

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Ulcerative Colitis: What to Eat for Better Management

Medically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MD, MPH

Using an app for IBD

Phone Apps for Managing IBD

Fact checked by Lisa Sullivan, MS

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Vaccinating Your Baby After Biologic Treatment for IBD

Medically reviewed by Priyanka Chugh, MD

Woman Wearing Fitness Tracker

Using Tech to Predict IBD Flare-ups

Fact checked by Ashley Hall

The Tests Your IBD Doctor Should Be Ordering

Medically reviewed by Jay N. Yepuri, MD, MS

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Steroid-Induced Osteoporosis Caused by Prednisone

Medically reviewed by Jay N. Yepuri, MD, MS

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Cataracts as a Side Effect of Prednisone

Medically reviewed by Priyanka Chugh, MD

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Glaucoma and Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)

Medically reviewed by Emmy Ludwig, MD

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Tips to Make Life With IBD More Bearable

Medically reviewed by Priyanka Chugh, MD

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Portable Toilet Recommendations for People With IBD

By Amber J. Tresca

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Toxic Megacolon Is a Complication of IBD

Medically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MD, MPH

The Reasons Why IBD Causes Fatigue

Medically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MD, MPH

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How to Manage Bathroom Accidents

Fact checked by Dale Brauner

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What Inflammatory Bowel Disease Pain Feels Like

Medically reviewed by Jay N. Yepuri, MD, MS

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Facial Swelling Caused by Prednisone

Medically reviewed by Anita C. Chandrasekaran, MD, MPH

How to Find a Public Bathroom Online

Fact checked by Lisa Sullivan, MS

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Dating When You Have Crohn's Disease or UC

Fact checked by Dale Brauner

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Tips for Battling Fatigue When You Have IBD

Medically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MD, MPH

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Benefits of a Bland Diet for Symptom Management

Medically reviewed by Emmy Ludwig, MD

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10 Tips for Keeping New Year's Resolutions

By Amber J. Tresca

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Can You Take Prednisone While Pregnant?

Medically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MD, MPH

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Surviving Summer Picnics and Barbecues With IBD

Fact checked by Dale Brauner

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Sharing a College Dorm Bathroom with IBD

Fact checked by Ashley Hall

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Blood Transfusions and Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)

Medically reviewed by Priyanka Chugh, MD

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Medications That Can Harm the Esophagus

Medically reviewed by John Carew, MD

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Corticosteroids (Prednisone) and How They Cause Acne

Medically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MD, MPH

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Quick Home Remedies for Nausea

Medically reviewed by Emmy Ludwig, MD

How to Decide If You Need a Bidet

Medically reviewed by Priyanka Chugh, MD

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Keeping Clean After Diarrhea

Fact checked by James Lacy

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Can Inflammatory Bowel Disease Be Fatal?

Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD