Crohn’s Disease: Lucy’s Story
Lucy plays lacrosse, loves to bake, and shocks people with her theatrical makeup skills. She’s back to enjoying life after being very sick with Crohn’s disease.
Center for Pediatric Inflammatory Bowel Disease Patient Stories
Gastroenterologists with special expertise in IBD will evaluate and treat your child, providing expert care from diagnosis through long-term disease management. Nurses, nutritionists and other specialists at CHOP are an important part of our team.
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease: Brandon’s Story
Brandon ate his first real meal at age 17 — after a stem cell transplant to cure a rare genetic disease that had afflicted him throughout his childhood.
Rare Genetic Disease (NLRC-4): Olivia’s Story
Two-year-old Olivia, born with a rare genetic disease, beat the odds, thanks to a clinical trial at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP).
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.
Very Early Onset IBD: Jacob's Story
Jacob's family took him to different doctors, looking for help for their very sick baby. They finally found answers, and life-changing treatment, at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.