There was a recent discussion concerning Steve Redgrave's success, despite having UC ( and diabetes !) which seemed to provide some assurance, and maybe even inspiration, to others with IBD. So I thought famous people with IBD might make for an interesting thread and perhaps provide encouragement for some of us when feeling down
I came across these websites
http://crohn-colitis.hu/eng/famous-people-with-ibd.php
http://www.ostomy.evansville.net/celebrity.htm
I must admit I don't recognise all the names but I'm sure many others will
The Queen Mother is in there, which must have been a bummer considering the lovely food she will have been offered, but I don't think she will have had to 'perform' much in her later years
Does anyone else think of the triumphs of others to help them remain positive?
What other 'celebrities' cope with IBD in their everyday life?
I came across these websites
http://crohn-colitis.hu/eng/famous-people-with-ibd.php
http://www.ostomy.evansville.net/celebrity.htm
I must admit I don't recognise all the names but I'm sure many others will
The Queen Mother is in there, which must have been a bummer considering the lovely food she will have been offered, but I don't think she will have had to 'perform' much in her later years
Does anyone else think of the triumphs of others to help them remain positive?
What other 'celebrities' cope with IBD in their everyday life?