Women are more likely to experience delays in receiving an accurate IBD diagnosis. IBD can affect your menstrual cycle, and hormone changes may change how you respond to treatment. Menstrual bleeding ...

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), which includes Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, causes chronic (long-term) inflammation and leads to symptoms like frequent diarrhea, abdominal pain, and ...

We also explore how periods affect IBD itself, the effects of IBD medications and periods, additional effects of IBD on reproductive health, and frequently asked questions. Research has yet to ...

Maggie Aime has over 25 years of experience in healthcare and as a nurse across specialties including oncology, kidney transplant, cardiology, and more. She leverages her rich healthcare experience to ...

Inflammatory bowel disease, in which the immune system attacks the gut, is a painful chronic condition that affects three million Americans. Rates of IBD are rising, and there’s currently no cure. IBD ...