Latest Posts from Nour Al-Timimi

Connecting With Others Who Have Ulcerative Colitis

Connecting With Others Who Have Ulcerative Colitis

Every once and a while, especially during flares or breakthrough flares, I think about how my life would be different if I didn’t have ulcerative colitis ....

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How My Culture Shaped My Ulcerative Colitis Journey

How My Culture Shaped My Ulcerative Colitis Journey

There’s a saying in Arabic: “Health is like the crown on a royal’s head.” It emphasizes the power and value of health and how the loss of the former self can feel grievous ...

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What I’ve Learned From Having Ulcerative Colitis

What I’ve Learned From Having Ulcerative Colitis

There was a time when I didn’t think I would come to terms with accepting ulcerative colitis or living with a chronic illness ....

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What I Wish People Knew About Ulcerative Colitis

What I Wish People Knew About Ulcerative Colitis

Not too long ago, perhaps a few weeks ago, I was telling a colleague how I don’t like describing an unfamiliar person by their physical features ...

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How I Deal With Ulcerative Colitis Flares

How I Deal With Ulcerative Colitis Flares

In the past 11 years with ulcerative colitis, I have experienced three major flares and multiple mini flares throughout the years. The major ones involved ...

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How I Manage My Work-Life Balance With IBD

How I Manage My Work-Life Balance With IBD

When I think about inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and my quality of life, I think about more than just being symptom-free. I also about think about ...

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