Damn. Another two weeks have gone by since my February post, with a few more appointments and doctor visits, and even more new consultations added. With my Crohn's disease journey, I've not felt any different having started the Stelara. I had my follow-up with GI, Dr. S, this past week, and I got to explain everything to... Continue Reading →
Colonoscopy #4 | It Could Be Worse Blog
Well, it seems I failed you again on keeping you up-to-date at a decent time. It has almost been 20 days since my last column or blog post, and a lot has happened since then. My last post, Entyvio Infusion #5 caught you up on most of November, so now I plan on catching you... 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 →
Allodynia – Weeks 37 & 38
Allodynia. A few times I've mentioned suffering from allodynia, thinking I needed a diagnosis of it. I had moments, even days of pain. But this pain is not like normal pain. Allodynia, meaning other pain, can cause all over body pain where even the slightest touch can ache you. Wearing a t-shirt can feel uncomfortable,... Continue Reading →
Entyvio Infusion #3
Well, again, I'm a slacker. Another two weeks have come and gone. And what takes up my time? Sundays used to be for music, but my Summer of Sundy has officially ended, sadly. My twin and her family came into town this week, bringing herself and her husband, his ex-wife and all of their 4... Continue Reading →
WEGO Health Nomination | It Could Be Worse Blog
Hello All! As I'm sure you are all aware, I am passionate about bringing awareness for IBD through my personal Crohn's Disease journey. And this year, It Could Be Worse Blog has been Nominated for a WEGO Health "Best Kept Secret" Award in the 6th Annual WEGO Health Awards and I am blown away by... Continue Reading →