Asking for help takes courage, especially when living with a chronic illness. When my whole family found ourselves struggling during the last 3 years, I researched extensively, joined online forums contacted

Four words can make your life stop. Not in the way you want. My life will stop: With white scratchy sheets and the burning sensation in your nose from way to much bleach, my life will begin: My vitals

Depending on the degree of inflammation and the location of the lesions, there are different symptoms, so experts split the ulcer of the colon by the lesion. Anal canal ulcers: In the form of ulcerative

Not exactly new ground to tread I grant you, but here are a few common misconceptions on life with chronic illness I’d like to clear up if I may. (Side note: this is based solely on my own experience.)

• It’s nobody’s fault. It is genetic. It just happened. • Do not be too proud or stubborn to ask for help. You need it. • Brush your teeth and wash your face (even just with a baby wipe) everyday if you’re