Wrestling the Octopus (IBD)
Two long-term IBD patients, Rachel and Nigel, share their experiences and perspectives on living with inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis).
Podcasting since 2025 • 26 episodes
Wrestling the Octopus (IBD)
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#25 Medical cannabis use in IBD - with Dr Jami Kinnucan from Mayo Clinic, Florida
We've seen a shift in mood around conversations on medical cannabis in inflammatory bowel disease.While it's most definitely an area that needs tightly controlled monitoring and evidence-based advice, there's a thaw in the discuss...
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#24 An introduction to IBD surgery - with consultant colorectal surgeon, Raj Mankotia
In this episode of Wrestling the Octopus IBD, Nigel and Rachel talk with Mr Raj Mankotia, Consultant General and Colorectal Surgeon at Sandwell and West Birmingham Hospitals NHS Trust, to demystify the world of IBD-related surgery...
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#23 Intestinal ultrasound (IUS) in IBD - with Dr Gauraang Bhatnagar and Dr William Blad
In episode 23 of Wrestling the Octopus IBD, Nigel and I welcome consultant radiologist, Dr Gauraang Bhatnagar (Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust) and consultant gastroenterologist, Dr Will Blad (Barts Health Foundation Trust) to our podcast t...
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#22 IBD Then & Now: Patients' Reflections for Crohn's & Colitis Awareness Week
Welcome to Episode 22 of Wrestling the Octopus IBD! A reminder of our new email address if you'd like to get in touch: wrestlingtheoctopusibd@gmail.comIn this Crohn’s & Colitis Awareness Week special, Nigel and I take a...
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#21 Nigel’s A–Z of Crohn’s: Biopsies, Blowtorches & Burnt Bananas
You can now email us at wrestlingtheoctopusibd@gmail.com - we'd love to hear your thoughts, ideas and feedback on our IBD patient podcast! And if you like what you hear, please spread the word to others with an interest in Crohn's disease an...
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