I have been on Stelara now for 4 and a half years! And man, this week has been busy. Not only did I post multiple blogs today, but I got to do my CORALE IBD study blood sample yesterday, and I'm 2 weeks post-op from ACDF surgery, too - which means I could finally take... Continue Reading →
Optometry and Friday the 13th — Weeks 41 & 42 | It Could Be Worse Blog
Since my last post, Entyvio Infusion #4, my body hurt almost immediately afterward. My joints already ache, but I was suffering nausea and my body felt no good. I tried to sleep and I would wake in pain. The next few days I was useless, not even doing my face or hair until early the... Continue Reading →
Crohn’s Disease Essentials and Emergency Kits | It Could Be Worse Blog
First shared with IBD News, I keep items in case of emergencies and essentials I think I need as an IBD patient and Crohn's disease warrior. If you're like me and suffer from Crohn's disease or IBD, you know you have to be prepared for a number of things that could happen. That's why having a... Continue Reading →
1 Year Anniversary of Crohn’s Diagnosis Day | It Could Be Worse Blog
A year ago today I was given a gift, a curse, a problem but no cure. I was given a life long battle that I would have to fight against every day. After 2 years of struggling against my own body, I was finally given a diagnosis of Crohn's disease and my life would continue... Continue Reading →
It Could Be Worse
For this week, it is all about 'it could be worse'. This is my message. My motto. My catchword. We began the weekend with some insomnia Friday night, and we began Saturday with our new weekly movie date. Philip and I went to see La La Land, a completely spectacular movie. If you haven't, I... Continue Reading →
More Doctors & Writing Opportunities
It has been a decent week with some good news, and, of course, I've had doctors appointments and mixed with Crohn's issues. Saturday, Philip and I went on a movie date. Last week we saw Split, and we were left slightly disappointed. Another movie with a character plot filled with sexual assault is not my... Continue Reading →