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Have a question about IBD?

You're not the only one. Find straightforward answers to real questions about living with and supporting someone with IBD.

Try "toilet", "fatigue", "school", "food" or "medication" 

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Kids & Teens

Real questions about IBD, school, friends, symptoms and everyday life

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Parents & Carers

Answers to the questions parents often have about their child's IBD.

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Teachers & Schools

Practical answers to help schools support students with IBD.

Questions people are asking

Here are some common questions from our community.

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Can a student with IBD use the toilet whenever they need?

Teachers & Schools

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Parents

What does an IBD flare look like?

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What if I don't make it to the toilet?

Kids & Teens

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My child has just been diagnosed with IBD.  What happens now?

Parents

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Kids & Teens

Can I still play sport?

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Why am I so tired?

Kids & Teens

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Living with IBD

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