Center for Pediatric Inflammatory Bowel Disease Patient Stories
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Crohn’s Disease: Kaylen’s Story
Kaylen went through episodes when she would double over from abdominal pains. Now she’s back to her favorite activities, including soccer and baking.
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD): Max's Story
Infusions have been a game-changer for Max, 12, to treat his Crohn’s disease. As a result, he hasn’t had a flare-up in more than a year.
Crohn's Disease Second Opinion: Emily's Story
Emily has passions for basketball and softball. She excels at sports while managing Crohn’s disease with the help of Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.
Crohn’s Disease: Ella’s Story
After years of pain and stilted growth due to her then-undiagnosed Crohn's disease, Ella is now receiving treatment, and growing taller and stronger.
Crohn’s Disease: Zachary’s Story
Nutritional therapy proved to be the key to treating Zachary’s Crohn’s disease and eventual remission. Now 18, he’s looking ahead to college symptom-free.
Crohn’s Disease: Jillian’s Story
After treatment for Crohn’s disease at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, Jillian has resumed competitive dancing and hopes to pursue a nursing career.
Crohn’s Disease: Paige’s Story
After being diagnosed and treated for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), Paige is now growing, thriving and dancing competitively.
Very Early Onset IBD: Landen’s Story
Diagnosed with very early onset inflammatory bowel disease (VEO-IBD) when he was only 18 months old, Landen is now responding well to treatment.
Ulcerative Colitis: William’s Story
William manages his ulcerative colitis with medication and nutrition. With his condition under control, he has the energy to be a competitive gymnast.
Ulcerative Colitis: Noah's Story
When Noah was 11, ulcerative colitis drained his energy and threatened his life. Now 15, he has the energy and stamina to play on a basketball team.