{"product_id":"crohns-and-colitis-for-dummies-isbn-9781119875772","title":"Crohn's and Colitis For Dummies","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGet relief from your inflammatory bowel disease symptoms\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCrohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis are diseases that disrupt your body’s ability to digest food, absorb nutrition, and eliminate waste in a healthy manner. \u003ci\u003eCrohn’s And Colitis For Dummies \u003c\/i\u003eis the ultimate reference to these common forms of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), including tips on how to recognize and control the symptoms, so you can get your life back. Get ideas for keeping disease in check through diet and lifestyle changes, learn about the various medical and surgical treatment options, and discover healthier living with this friendly Dummies guide. This updated edition covers the latest research on IBD and new therapies that are helping today’s Crohn’s and colitis patients. You’ll also find resources that will help and offer hope as you navigate your diagnosis. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn about the different forms of inflammatory bowel disease\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAsk the right questions at the doctor’s office\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMake simple changes that will improve your symptoms\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eKnow that there’s hope and that you are not alone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book is perfect for anyone who has been recently diagnosed with Crohn’s or colitis, and for those who suspect they may have an IBD. If you’re a caregiver or family member of an IBD sufferer, you’ll also love the easy-to-understand information inside. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eForeword xiii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIntroduction 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout This Book 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFoolish Assumptions 2\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIcons Used in This Book 2\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeyond the Book 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhere to Go from Here 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 1: The Who, What, and Why of Crohn’s and Colitis 5\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1: Crohn’s and Colitis One Step at a Time 7\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDefining Crohn’s and Colitis 8\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting the Treatment You Need 9\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRecognizing That You’re Not Powerless 9\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLiving a Full Life with the Disease 10\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManaging Special Cases: Advice for Pregnant Women and Kids 11\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2: Defining Crohn’s and Colitis 13\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFiguring Out What Crohn’s and Colitis Are 13\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLooking at the big picture: Inflammatory bowel disease 14\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eZeroing in on Crohn’s and colitis 15\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNoticing the Signs and Symptoms 20\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBlood in stool 22\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDiarrhea 23\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbdominal pain 24\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUrgency 24\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTenesmus 24\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOther symptoms 24\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIdentifying Other Parts of the Body Involved in Crohn’s and Colitis 25\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBones 25\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eJoints 26\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSkin 28\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLiver and gallbladder 28\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKidneys and bladder 30\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEyes 30\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eComplicating Things 31\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntestinal complications 31\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNutritional complications 35\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe cancer connection 38\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3: How the Digestive System Works 41\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTracking the Journey of Food inside the Gastrointestinal Tract 42\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe oral cavity (or mouth) 42\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe esophagus 44\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe stomach 44\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe small intestine 45\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe large intestine 46\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe anus 46\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting Help from the Liver, Pancreas, and Gallbladder 46\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLiver 46\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePancreas 47\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGallbladder 47\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding How Inflammation Affects the Digestive Process 48\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGastritis: Inflammation of the stomach 48\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnteritis: Inflammation of the small intestine 49\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eColitis: Inflammation of the large intestine 50\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProctitis: Inflammation of the rectum 51\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4: Who Gets Crohn’s and Colitis and Why 53\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWho Gets Crohn’s and Colitis 54\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Role of the Immune System in Crohn’s and Colitis 54\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAn immune system primer 55\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhen your gut’s immune system goes awry 57\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnvironmental Factors 58\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFood 59\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAir 60\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHygiene 60\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOther environmental factors 61\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGenes Gone Bad: The Role of Genetics 63\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConsidering family history 64\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCalling out key genes for Crohn’s and colitis 64\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting a genetic test 65\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 2: Getting Medical Help 67\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5: Assembling Your Healthcare Team 69\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinding the Right Doctor for You 69\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhy you need a specialist 70\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow to choose among the specialists in your area 70\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhen you get to your first visit 71\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRounding Up Other Key Players 73\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eYour primary care physician 73\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNurses 74\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePhysician assistants 75\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRegistered dietitians 76\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePsychiatrists 76\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSurgeons 77\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFriends and family 77\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6: Getting a Diagnosis 79\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreparing for Your First Visit 79\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCharting your signs and symptoms 80\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAssembling your medical records 84\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTalking to Your Doctor 85\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting over the embarrassment 85\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCommunicating your symptoms 85\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeing realistic about your expectations 86\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKnowing What to Expect during a Physical Exam 86\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGeneral physical exam 87\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFocused physical exam 87\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRectal exam 87\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeing Poked and Prodded for Medical Tests 88\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBlood tests 88\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStool tests 89\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eScans 91\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEndoscopy 92\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIdentifying Other Diseases That Mimic Crohn’s and Colitis 93\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7: Achieving Remission with Medications 95\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRejoicing for Remission 96\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTypes of Remission 96\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe role of symptom control 97\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing Steroids 98\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTypes of steroids 99\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSide effects of steroids 100\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTurning to Aminosalicylates 101\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTypes of aminosalicylates 102\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSide effects of aminosalicylates 104\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting Involved with Immunomodulators 104\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTypes of immunomodulators 105\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSide effects of immunomodulators 105\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBattling Your Disease with Biologics 107\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTypes of biologics 107\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSide effects of biologics 109\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLoss of response to anti-TNF therapy 110\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBenefits of biologics 111\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTargeting Crohn’s and Colitis with Small Molecules 112\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTypes of small molecules 112\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSide effects of small molecules 113\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAttacking Your Illness with Antibiotics 113\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTypes of antibiotics 113\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSide effects of antibiotics 114\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConsidering Other Medications 114\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAntidiarrheals 115\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBile salt binders 116\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAnalgesics 116\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIron 117\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCalcium and vitamin D 117\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVitamin B12 118\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8: Considering Surgery 119\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDetermining When You May Need Surgery 119\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFor Crohn’s disease 120\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFor ulcerative colitis 121\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding the Types of Surgery 121\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eResectioning the small intestine 121\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRepairing a stricture 123\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTreating fistulas 123\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDraining abscesses 124\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eResecting the colon 126\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePouch surgery 128\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConsidering Complications from Surgery 130\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShort-term complications 130\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLong-term complications 132\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDefining Ostomy: What It Is and How to Deal with It 135\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTypes of ostomy 135\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhen you may need ostomy 136\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow to care for your stoma 137\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eYour ostomy pouch 137\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eComing to terms with Ostomy complications 139\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eListing Some Ostomy Resources 140\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 3: Healing and Dealing with the Disease 143\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9: Paying Attention to hat You Eat 145\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConsidering the Impact of Nutrition 146\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe impact on your immune system 146\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe impact on wound healing 147\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIdentifying the Nutrients You Need 147\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMacronutrients 148\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMicronutrients 152\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWondering about Fiber 156\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTypes of fiber 156\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhy fiber matters 157\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFiber’s role in Crohn’s and colitis 158\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConsidering Specialized Diets for Crohn’s and Colitis 159\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLiquid diets 159\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLow-residue diets 160\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLactose-free diets 162\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eElemental diets 163\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpecific Carbohydrate Diet 163\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMediterranean diet 164\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLow FODMAP diet 164\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChoosing a diet that suits your body’s needs 165\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting Nutritional Support: When You Can’t Go It Alone 166\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFeeding through a tube 166\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFeeding directly into your veins 167\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBoosting your diet with supplements 168\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10: Preventing Health Problems 171\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting Vaccinated 172\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhy vaccination matters 172\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhich vaccines you need 172\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCaring for Your Skin: It’s Not Just Cosmetic 176\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIdentifying the skin complications you may face 177\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRecognizing and reducing your risk of skin cancer 178\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCaring for your skin “down there”: Perianal skin care 179\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBoning Up on Bone Health 180\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOpening up about osteopenia and osteoporosis 181\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSeeing what Crohn’s and colitis can do to your bones 182\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManaging bone loss 183\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eScreening for Cancers 184\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eColon cancer 184\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCervical cancer 186\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 11: Alternative and Complementary Therapies 187\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLet’s Get Physical: Exercise 188\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLooking at how exercise can help with Crohn’s and colitis 188\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGathering some useful exercise tips 190\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWorking Over-Thyme: Herbal Therapy 191\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHealing with herbs 191\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIdentifying beneficial herbs for Crohn’s and colitis — and knowing which herbs to avoid 192\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHoming in on Homeopathy 194\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExploring the pros and cons of homeopathy 195\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing homeopathic remedies for Crohn’s and colitis 195\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTapping into Traditional Chinese Medicine 196\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding traditional Chinese medicine 196\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eControlling Crohn’s and colitis with traditional Chinese medicine 196\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMulling over Mind-Body Intervention 197\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCognitive behavioral therapy 198\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAromatherapy 198\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eYoga and meditation 199\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSupport groups 199\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eT’ai chi and Qigong 199\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWondering about Worm Therapy 199\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePutting worms to work for your health 200\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSeeing how worms can help Crohn’s and colitis 200\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 4: Living and Coping With Crohn’s and Colitis 203\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 12: Living with Crohn’s and Colitis 205\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDealing with Your Diagnosis 205\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStage 1: Denial 206\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStage 2: Anger 207\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStage 3: Bargaining 209\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStage 4: Depression 209\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStage 5: Acceptance 210\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKeeping Your Relationships Going Strong 211\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSo, what’s new with you? Telling people about your diagnosis 211\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCome here often? Dating with Crohn’s and colitis 213\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLike a horse and carriage: Keeping your marriage strong 214\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCaring for a Loved One with Crohn’s or Colitis 216\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinding little things that help a lot 216\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHelping during a flare 216\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHelping after surgery 217\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting the help you need for yourself 218\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 13: Avoiding Triggers 219\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuitting Smoking 220\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDeciding to Medicate 222\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNon-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs 222\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAntibiotics 223\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStressing Out 223\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCraving the culprit: Food, Glorious Food 225\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eArtificial sweeteners 225\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHigh-fat foods 226\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHigh-fiber foods 226\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCaffeine 227\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDairy products 227\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAlcohol 229\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInviting the Sandman 229\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat sleep does for your immune system 229\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe effect of sleep on Crohn’s and colitis 230\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow to get a good night’s sleep 230\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTraveling at High Altitudes 232\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 14: Working and Traveling with Crohn’s and Colitis 233\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWork It Out: Doing your job When You Have Crohn’s or Colitis 233\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCoordinating your job hunt around your disease 234\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTelling your employer and coworkers about your condition (or keeping it to yourself) 235\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStarting your day off right 235\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlanning your commute 236\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePacking an emergency kit 237\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpeed Bumps Ahead: Coping with Job-related Challenges 238\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eResponding to symptoms when they get in the way 238\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHandling your coworkers’ less-than-understanding attitudes 238\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTaking advantage of the Family and Medical Leave Act 239\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOn the Road Again: Traveling with Crohn’s and Colitis 240\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAssembling a vacation survival guide 240\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting immunized before you travel abroad 241\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePacking for your trip 241\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAvoiding traveler’s diarrhea 242\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinding a bathroom — fast! 244\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 5: Considering Special Populations with Crohn’s and Colitis 245\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 15: Kids with Crohn’s and Colitis 247\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIdentifying How Crohn’s and Colitis Are Different in Kids than they are in Adults 248\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSex 248\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSymptoms 248\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe impact on growth and development 249\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting a Diagnosis 251\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManaging Crohn’s and Colitis in Kids 252\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMonitoring medications 252\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePaying attention to nutrition 257\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVaccinating your child 257\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGrowing Up with Crohn’s and Colitis 259\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSurviving school 259\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTurning 18: Adulthood begins (at least in theory) 261\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGoing off to college 262\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 16: Having Sex and Getting Pregnant with Crohn’s and Colitis 265\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSex and Fertility 266\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSexual activity 266\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eContraception 267\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eYour menstrual cycle 269\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFertility 270\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePregnancy 271\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePregnancy planning 271\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhile you’re pregnant 273\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe big day and beyond 277\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 6: The Part of Tens 281\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 17: Ten Myths about Inflammatory Bowel Disease 283\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMyth#1: Diet Is the Cure 284\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMyth#2: Kids Get It from Their Parents 284\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMyth#3: It’s Caused by Stress 285\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMyth#4: You Can’t Get Pregnant if You Have It 285\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMyth#5: Steroids Are a Magic Potion 286\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMyth#6: If You Have It, You’re Guaranteed to Get Cancer 286\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMyth#7: You’re Responsible for Your Flares 287\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMyth#8: Surgery Cures It All 287\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMyth#9: You Can Stop Taking Your Medications if You Feel Better 288\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMyth#10: You Have to Stop Taking Your Medications during Pregnancy 289\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 18: Ten Reliable Resources 291\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation 291\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe United Ostomy Associations of America 292\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWebMD 292\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMayo Clinic 293\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout IBD 294\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIBD Passport 294\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIBD School Videos 295\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNutritional Therapy for IBD 295\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSouth Asian IBD Alliance (SAIA) 295\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTrustworthy Twitter accounts 296\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 297\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTauseef Ali, MD,\u003c\/b\u003e is a consultant gastroenterologist and inflammatory bowel disease specialist. 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