How I Seek Support from Others While Living with Crohn’s Disease
My birthday was last week. At first, my only plan was to order my favorite tacos and churros after work. Then, my friend invited me to stay overnight ...
Latest Posts from Basmah Ali
Ramadan and Crohn's Disease
Ramadan Mubarak, everyone! For people who don’t know what Ramadan is, it’s the ninth month in the Islamic lunar calendar (April) ....
Tips and Tricks I Use Eating With Crohn’s Disease
Living with Crohn’s disease for over half my life, one of the hardest things I’ve had to alter was my food consumption ....
Meeting Other Patients With Crohn’s Disease
Living with Crohn’s disease is incredibly isolating. Diarrhea, fatigue, vomiting, and colonoscopy preps are not hot topics to discuss ...
How Losing My Job Helped Me Come to Terms with Crohn’s Disease
I was 16 years old when I was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease. At the time, I had no idea how much it would impact every aspect of my life.
How I Travel With Crohn's Disease
Traveling is one of my favorite things to do. I have been doing it since I was a little kid visiting family in Egypt. I only get to see them once every ...