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My First Rheumatologist Appointment
I had my first Rheumatologist appointment on August 18th. I decided that I probably needed to go see one in July. My joint pain had gotten to the point where it’s been unbearable some days. So last month I went to the day clinic at my doctor’s office and had a bunch of labs ran…
IBD and Camping
One activity that I like to do during the summer is go camping. It’s not something that I get to do as often as I like, but it’s something that I do love to do with my Fiance. It can take a bit of research to find the right camp site. And some work to…
Review – Pill Suite
“I have been given this product as part of a product review through the Chronic Illness Bloggers network. Although the product was a gift, all opinions in this review remain my own and I was in no way influenced by the company.“ Tired of carrying around pill bottles and pill boxes? I know have been in the past. This…
Do Motorcycles Upset Your Colitis?
I have been riding motorcycles for about four years now. I started out as a passenger on my fiance’s motorcycle and eventually got my own. I have not found that riding upsets my indeterminate colitis. Now, I definitely don’t go riding while I’m flaring or not really feeling all that well. I don’t recommend that…
#BesidesMyDiagnosis
1. #besidesmydiagnosis the three things about my appearance that I love in the mirror? My eyes, my hair and my lips. 2. #besidesmydiagnosis the things I have read most are? Lots and lots of fantasy books. They’re my bread and butter. 3. #besidesmydiagnosis my favorite comfort foods are? Potato soup, mashed potatoes, chicken noodle soup,…
#ECCO2016: European IBD Conference
The European Crohn’s and Colitis Organization held their 11th annual IBD congress from March 16th-19th. Thankfully I was able to follow the conference as it progressed on Twitter. I hope that some day I’ll be able to attend a conference like this. There would be so much information to take in and to learn! Here…
Review – Luxe Bidet Neo 185
“I have been given this product as part of a product review through the Chronic Illness Bloggers network. Although the product was a gift, all opinions in this review remain my own and I was in no way influenced by the company. “ I’ve always wanted to try a bidet. I have heard good things about them…
My Indeterminate Colitis Story – World #IBD Day
Hello, everyone, my name is Mackenzie. Some of you may know me as KenzieIBD. I am the creator of this blog. I’ve had bowel issues for most of my life. I remember in 5th grade going to the ER for constipation and then in high school, I went and saw my PCP about blood in…
#DearSpeakerRyan
Dear Speaker Ryan, Hello, my name is Mackenzie. I’m 27 years old and I’m a millennial. I am one of those “sick people” that you want to end the insurance protections provided to people who have preexisting conditions. You see, I have a preexisting condition that I was diagnosed with at 24 years old. It’s…