I feared the hospital diet would make me worsen.
2016 crisis
I Finally Let Go Of Shame About My Illness
Everyone’s imperfect; no one “deserves” to be sick.
Non-Urgent Medical Procedures Should Be Postponed During IBD Flares
Complications during a flare can spell disaster.
The Beautiful Surrender of Admitting I Needed Help
A health crisis forced me to let go of my independence.
The Danger of Remission: It Can Lead To Denial
In remission, I forgot I had a disease and let my self-care slip.