My Not So Normal Life with Crohns Disease by: Sarah Brocker
Purpose
My name is Sarah Brocker and I have Crohns Disease. I have always looked for a way to use my Crohns experience to help others and I've finally found a way, this webpage. The goal of my webpage is to present Crohns disease in a relatable and creative way, with all it's blood, guts and glory! I want to be able to use my experience to help YOU!
My name is Sarah Brocker and I have Crohns Disease. I have always looked for a way to use my Crohns experience to help others and I've finally found a way, this webpage. The goal of my webpage is to present Crohns disease in a relatable and creative way, with all it's blood, guts and glory! I want to be able to use my experience to help YOU!
All About Me
My name is Sarah Brocker and I am 22 years old. Nine years ago, when I was in the sixth grade, I was diagnosed with Crohns Disease. It took me a lot of time to accept that I had a disease that doctors don't really know anything about nor can they cure, but once I accepted my disease my goal was to never let it hold me back. Although I have missed a lot of social obligations from having Crohns, I am never giving up on my dreams!
Through everything I have been through I have leaned on my supportive parents, three brothers, and most importantly my not-so-social dog, Lucy. I have been on a lot of different medicines and been to a lot of different doctors, but to me those things are normal. When people ask me if I am okay, my typical response is, "Well, I'm hanging in there..."
In the 8 years I've had Crohns Disease, I have had 5 surgeries, an ostomy and only been in remission for about 6 months. Despite having the best care, we can't seem to find a way to beat my Crohns. I am definitely not the usual case, but who do you know that has a normal case of Crohns Disease? No I'm serious about this, everyone's case is unique and no two people have exactly the same disease, It's crazy!
I don't know about you, but I can be in the hospital and feeling like I'm dying and still not look sick. It's definitely a both a blessing and a curse.... simultaneously. I'm all for looking good, but sometimes people don't believe how sick I am because I don't look it, but I guess I'll take it. I would like to say that I'm normal, but the things in my life are anything but normal, and ya know what, I'm okay with that.
Right now I am working a job I love, in a brand new city, all by myself! Talk about feeling grown-up. I have had to transition doctors and have only made two trips to the ER in 6 months, I'd say I'm doing pretty well. I've been through a lot, but I'm grateful for the lessons it has taught me. So feel free to read as much or as little as you like and ask any questions you may have. I am not a doctor and I am not an expert (well I sorta am) but I've been through a heck of a lot, and I want to help!
My name is Sarah Brocker and I am 22 years old. Nine years ago, when I was in the sixth grade, I was diagnosed with Crohns Disease. It took me a lot of time to accept that I had a disease that doctors don't really know anything about nor can they cure, but once I accepted my disease my goal was to never let it hold me back. Although I have missed a lot of social obligations from having Crohns, I am never giving up on my dreams!
Through everything I have been through I have leaned on my supportive parents, three brothers, and most importantly my not-so-social dog, Lucy. I have been on a lot of different medicines and been to a lot of different doctors, but to me those things are normal. When people ask me if I am okay, my typical response is, "Well, I'm hanging in there..."
In the 8 years I've had Crohns Disease, I have had 5 surgeries, an ostomy and only been in remission for about 6 months. Despite having the best care, we can't seem to find a way to beat my Crohns. I am definitely not the usual case, but who do you know that has a normal case of Crohns Disease? No I'm serious about this, everyone's case is unique and no two people have exactly the same disease, It's crazy!
I don't know about you, but I can be in the hospital and feeling like I'm dying and still not look sick. It's definitely a both a blessing and a curse.... simultaneously. I'm all for looking good, but sometimes people don't believe how sick I am because I don't look it, but I guess I'll take it. I would like to say that I'm normal, but the things in my life are anything but normal, and ya know what, I'm okay with that.
Right now I am working a job I love, in a brand new city, all by myself! Talk about feeling grown-up. I have had to transition doctors and have only made two trips to the ER in 6 months, I'd say I'm doing pretty well. I've been through a lot, but I'm grateful for the lessons it has taught me. So feel free to read as much or as little as you like and ask any questions you may have. I am not a doctor and I am not an expert (well I sorta am) but I've been through a heck of a lot, and I want to help!
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