Those with Crohn’s Disease or those acquainted with it should find this obnoxiously familiar.
Category: The Crohn’s Saga
Welcome to The Crohn’s Saga. I was diagnosed with Crohn’s Disease when I was 11 years old, which means I’ve had it for about for 25 years now. I’ve had several flares, been on several meds, had a few hospital stays, and have even had surgery. Last year, I noticed the symptoms of a flare. After about 6 months, I decided to start documenting my life with Crohn’s. I’m not a cartoonist (you’ll notice I can barely draw), but I scoured the web and I couldn’t find much about this that was easy to read or really relatable. So, I present to you my life with a flare. Aside from a few embellishments, everything you are about to read is true.
For more information, see my page “About Crohn’s Disease“.
What Is Normal Anyway? – The Crohn’s Saga Part 2
With Crohn’s Disease, it is very easy to forget what is actually normal.
The Comics Lied to Me – The Crohn’s Saga Part 3
The comics lied to me. Seriously, with all the drugs that are out there, one would think there would be some that have cool side effects. Nope. It’s usually just cancer.
The IBD Siren – The Crohn’s Saga Part 4
In IBD Siren, IBD stands for inflammatory bowel disease. Siren signifies Siren’s song, as in it lures you in with goodness then destroys you. Coffee is one of these. Fun fact – coffee can cause diarrhea, light-headedness, and the shakes. It is poison during a Crohn’s flare and it is dangerous for anyone with IBD or IBS period. However, it’s so good, so who cares?
Prednisone – The Crohn’s Saga Part 5
Prednisone is an anti-inflammatory steroid. It often leaves the user with an uncomfortable amount of energy and causes trouble sleeping. It is sometimes used to treat inflammations that occur with allergies or asthma. In Crohn’s, it is used to boost other medicines and help them be more effective. The side effects are rough. Users often experience lots of energy, heartburn, acid reflux, acne, and insomnia. Longterm, it can lead to weakened bones, so if you’re on it, take calcium supplements. It can also kill the attention span and make the user irritable as hell. So, it’s great for chores but bad for relationships.