I never thought that food allergies were “that serious” until all 3 of my children were diagnosed with IGe mediated allergies, EoE, and FPIES. To say that feeding them has been a challenge is more than an understatement. The true
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Crohn’s Disease is a type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) characterized by inflammation of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. This inflammation leads to abdominal pain, diarrhea, anemia, and poor growth in children. In many cases, fistulae (abnormal connections between two different organs or between the organ and skin), strictures (abnormally narrowing of the bowel), or abscesses develop. Crohn’s is a life-long condition and requires treatment with enteral nutrition, surgery, or medications.
Jane, Age 7
Jane’s formula cost out of pocket for EEN was approximately $300 per month. Her team of health care providers attempted to obtain insurance coverage but was denied even after appeals were attempted.
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