What people with IBD should know

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I am often asked, “What would you tell someone recently diagnosed with IBD?” So, this is what I think you should know! Look out for clickable links in this blog, leading to more detailed information! For many, a definitive diagnosis is a massive relief after a long period of being unwell. This does not mean that acceptance is easy, after all, you have just been diagnosed with a chronic disease which has no cure. Do NOT panic, we’ve got this, life is not over! It is worth pointing out that no two IBD patients’ lives are the same. The disease does not always manifest in the same way, and the fact that a treatment works for one person does not mean it will work for another. This makes IBD notoriously difficult to treat. That said, some IBD patients may have one flare, find the right medication straight away and never have another, and that is fantastic! For the rest of us, being diagnosed with Crohn’s Disease or Ulcerative Colitis may mean some lifestyle changes and som

How I felt when I found out that I needed a stoma

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So, you’ve just been told you need a stoma. What are your first thoughts about that?

Personally, I think it depends on the situation. Research also suggests that people with a permanent stoma adapt better than those who have one temporarily.

I’ve had so many different feelings and emotions about having an ostomy throughout my journey with IBD; positive and negative. I wanted to share these so that you know there is no right or wrong way to feel!

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