Remicade is a common biologic that many IBD patients will try along their IBD journey. But starting a new medication can be nerve-wracking, especially if it’s the first time you’ve been on a biologic! In this blog post, I share my experience receiving my first Remicade infusion. If you’re thinking about starting Remicade, keep reading […]
4 Uncomfortable Side Effects I Experienced While Taking Apriso and Clarithromycin
As someone with IBD, I feel like so much of my time is spent trying new medications, experiencing their unique side effects, and then comparing and contrasting if they’re better or worse than the disease itself. (Have you ever felt this way?) In January 2015, I was on the pills Apriso and Clarithromycin and experienced […]
The Curious Case of Tonsil Stones and Why They Might Relate to IBD
Have you ever had tonsil stones? You know, the weird white clumps that cling to the skin in the back of your throat? I dealt with tonsil stones, also known as tonsilloliths, from January through May 2015. It was not a fun experience, but I wanted to share it because I’ve heard of others with […]
7 Prednisone Side Effects and Ideas to Help Manage Them
If you’ve ever taken prednisone, you might agree with me that it’s kind of a love-hate relationship. Prednisone isn’t supposed to be a long-term maintenance medication, and for good reason! While it can help reduce the severity of flares, it can also present a good handful of intense side effects. In this post, I share […]
Pillbox Tips: Keep Track of Your Medications with These 5 Hacks
When I was first diagnosed with IBD, I stared at my full pillbox feeling overwhelmed and unsure how I would remember to take all my meds throughout the day. I quickly learned how to keep track of my medications and thought I’d share these five hacks to help you stay on top of yours. My […]