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Very Early Onset Inflammatory Bowel Disease (VEO-IBD) Program Patient Stories

Your child's team includes doctors from several areas of the hospital who collaborate to provide the best possible care for children with VEO-IBD. Gastroenterologists work closely with experts in immunology, genetics and the gut microbiome.

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Crohn's Disease: Gabriella's Story

Gabriella’s IBD symptoms went from bad to worse, that’s when her family took her to CHOP. Today, she’s an energetic 10-year-old who enjoys sports.
Patient story

Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD): Garrett

After his IBD diagnosis, Garrett couldn’t be far from a bathroom after eating. Now, he eats nonstop — his favorite food is chocolate and vanilla swirl ice cream.
Patient story

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.
Patient story

Crohn’s Disease: Matthew’s Story

Matthew’s problem was a mystery until he came to Children’s Hospital. After a diagnosis of Crohn’s, nutrition treatment has Matthew, 3, eating normally and thriving.
Patient story

Crohn’s Disease: Meredith’s Story

Diagnosed with Crohn’s disease at the age of 6, Meredith's symptoms are under control with the help of her medical team at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
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