Living with IBD: Recent Episodes
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In each episode, join us for a range of discussions about inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) from diagnosis to disease management and even sensitive topics such as IBD in the bedroom. Listen to the conversations where real people dish about their life with IBD. If you or someone you love is experiencing IBD, you don’t have to do it alone. Tune in to learn about Living with IBD.
The experiences of people of color living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) aren’t always talked about or adequately represented. This episode explores the challenges that can be unique to people in Black and Brown communities when it comes to getting the medical care they need. Two “IBD Warriors,” Keyla and Marilyn, talk about their journey navigating the healthcare space in the context of IBD.
“I didn’t know what was going on. I was frightened. And everyone kept saying that this is not normal for anyone of color.”
“The language barrier and social norm was a big reason why there was a long delay in getting a diagnosis. My mom didn’t understand what the doctor was saying.”
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Living with IBD comes with unique challenges. Sometimes it can feel like
there is a steep learning curve. Hearing from others living with IBD on how
they use tips and tricks in their daily life may help you find better ways to
manage. Listen to Keyla and Shari discuss their “life hacks” for living with
IBD.
“I don’t want to be caught out there without the supplies that I need. That
only adds to tension and stress. I always have supplies in my car.” – Shari
“I always have electrolytes with me, I always have a water bottle with me.”
– Keyla
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Living with IBD can sometimes feel isolating, making it difficult to make
connections with others. Explaining IBD to family and friends can be
challenging. Listen to Shari and Ana discuss how they talk about and
navigate their IBD with family, friends, and coworkers.
“Realizing that there were so many people out in the world with IBD, it
helped me to come out of that feeling of isolation.” – Ana
“I had to sit my children down and let them know what was going on with
me. That there would be times I’d be sicker, so that they understood.” –
Shari
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Episode three is all about inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) in the bedroom. IBD can impact intimacy, communication, and sex. These can be uncomfortable topics to discuss in public, so we invite you to be part of our conversation. We are joined by IBD patients Shonda and Lizzy, who open up about how they manage their intimacy and relationships. In this episode, we will talk about bedroom partners, self-image, sex, flare-ups, and open communication when Living with IBD.
“The symptoms can be very embarrassing. So, I could understand if someone shied away from a potential romantic partner because of the disease. But I would definitely suggest that you don’t allow the disease to get in the way of a relationship. Just always be open and honest from the beginning.” – Shonda
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Episode two is all about getting the most out of your doctor’s appointments by becoming empowered to engage in productive conversations. Listen to inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) patients Lizzy and Shari as they share tips and tricks for how they prepare for visits, have meaningful conversations with healthcare providers, track their symptoms, and lean on their support systems. Learn how they developed trusting relationships with their care providers through proactive management of their IBD and how they learned to advocate for themselves—from routine appointments to unexpected flare-up visits. Hearing about how IBD patients navigate and advocate for themselves could be just the inspiration you need when Living with IBD.
“Join groups and hear other people’s stories. You don’t realize that people are the same as you…and have IBD diseases that you would never know.” – Lizzy
“I have an absolutely great relationship with my doctor and she’s very, very comforting when I go in. I trust her with everything.” – Shari
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The journey to an inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) diagnosis can be a bumpy road.
Regardless of the number of specialists or the amount of time it may take, being a proactive advocate for your own health is key to finding answers. Listen to Shari and David share about their initial symptoms, their different paths toward diagnosis, and how they became empowered to take ownership while Living with IBD.
“I want to control it and I don’t want it to define who I am.” – Shari
“Once I accepted it, made changes, paid more attention to my body, and started talking to my doctor and modifying the treatment plan, things have been much better.” – David
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