In a recent conversation with another IBD patient the CCFA Got Guts? armband came up. I had been talking to this individual for nearly a half-hour about a topic related to my UC before she mentioned that she also had UC. The very next question was, “Do you wear a CCFA Got Guts? armband?” I responded enthusiastically, “Everyday.”
I love the idea of the armband! It not only reminds me that I should be comfortable about my disease, but also spreads awareness of IBD. Wearing an armband of any color other than yellow (LiveStrong) frequently draws people to ask what is that band for? I am happy to talk about my UC and discuss the many people afflicted by IBD. I view this as a mechanism for the IBD community to gain acceptance and comfort in today’s society.
I hope everybody afflicted with IBD sports their armband and strengthens the IBD community.
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