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Posted 9/18/2012 10:05 PM (GMT 0)
I don't know what to do anymore. I need someone To talk to. Basically, I was born with Crohn's Disease and I am now attending college. In high school, there was no absence policy and I could be absent as many days as I needed. In college, I can only have up to 3 absences in every class. It is very frustrating because I am often stuck on the toilet for hours on end and cannot attend class. I'm starting to think that this was the wrong decision. Maybe college isn't for me. Post your Crohn's and college stories here or if you have any advice for me. That would be more than welcome. :)
-Miss Dana
Posted 9/18/2012 10:36 PM (GMT 0)
Miss Dana, what are you doing to treat your Crohn's? It sounds like your disease is not being managed well. I think if you can tell us more about what's going on you will get more help.

Welcome to the forum!
Posted 9/18/2012 11:12 PM (GMT 0)
Hi @Miss Dana. Welcome to Healing well! I'm so sorry about your frustrations and illness lately. I promise, college is for you! Please don't give up on it.

What medicines are you taking? Do you have a GI that you talk to? If so, it sounds like you need a new one because you shouldn't be living in this constant of a flare. Not only does it make for a miserable and difficult lifestyle, it can really do permanent damage.

I was diagnosed a few months after I graduated from college, but I got my degree in teaching and my first symptoms started my first week of teaching middle school math. It took two months to get a colonoscopy and get on prednisone. By that point I was having over 20 bloody BMs/day. I couldn't miss that much work, so I would have to hold it until passing periods when I would walk quickly to the bathroom and only have 3 minutes before the next class came.

Is the 3 absences policy a university policy or just for some professors? I would get a certified letter from your doctor and go to each professor one-on-one to explain your situation. I know it can feel embarrassing - we have such a gross disease - but I think that most professors will understand the situation. Maybe if you miss lectures there's another one you could go to at a different time to make it up. Or you can be assigned a partner who can share notes with you.

I hope this helps. Please keep us updated!
Posted 9/18/2012 11:17 PM (GMT 0)
From personal experience (not specifically with Crohn's, but with missing extended amounts of class) I would say to speak with the dean of students. They are usually willing to accomodate you if as is obviously the case, the circumstances require accommodation. Hopefully you can get your symptoms under control quickly, but if not, they should be able to help you if you can open the lines of communication with the dean and your doctor.
Posted 9/19/2012 1:25 AM (GMT 0)
Miss Dana,

My Daughter was in College last year. You need to contact the Colleges Disability Dept. I'm pretty sure every College has one. They are very usually very good at providing you with what you need to in terms of accomodations. 

Posted 9/19/2012 1:30 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Miss Dana and welcome to the forums.

A lot of responses have asked questions that I would have, so I'll skip asking them. If you can answer the questions, it would definitely be more helpful to us and for our responses.
Also, are you living on campus? Just curious as to the possibility of taking the classes online. If permitted and or as an option.
An important statement that has been made too, please don't give up your education due to Crohn's.
Posted 9/19/2012 2:33 AM (GMT 0)
Wow thank you guys so much! My own parents don't respond to me as fast as you do. I will answer some questions.

Background: Had my 1st colonoscopy when I was about 3 weeks old and that was when I was diagnosed. My parents don't have my illness. Neither does anyone in my family. They have never understood it and thought that I was faking just how much pain I was in on a daily basis. I have never been in remission and my doctors always say that they can't do anything for me. I have had 14 different doctors and 26 colonoscopy/endoscopy combos in my life. I get a few every year because it keeps traveling up. I hold also add that I have IBS as well.

Medications (excuse my spelling): Lialda and dicyclomine currently. I have been on prednisone, asacol, rawasa, Kanasa (sp?) and many others

"Do you have a GI to talk to?" Yes I do, but he says that I don't have many options. He just keeps putting me on the same medication and I am petrified of going on prednisone again because I finally lost all the weight that went along with it.

Living situation: Yes, I live in a dorm and I have a roommate. She is very understanding of when I'm sick and even helps me get food when I have joint pain.

Eating: I really need to ask you guys about what to eat. So far I have been only eating steamed veggies, chicken based broth, plain yogurt/ greek yogurt, tons of water, and bananas. That's it. I am afraid to eat because I am afraid of getting worse. I lost 13 pounds since I started here 3 weeks ago and none of my clothes fit me anymore. Any advice on that would be more than amazing!

Absence policy: It is throughout my campus. Basically, I have gone through the office of disabilities and received some accommodations, but they won't budge on the absence thing. I have already been absent 4 times in the past 3 weeks of college. For each absence my grade goes down. I have been going through every office that I can (health center, disabilities, dean, RA, Professors, etc.) All of them keep pointing me in the direction of one of them. it is like a tangled spider web with no answers. My professors can't do anything apparently. I'm not missing class for slight pain. I'm only missing class when I am stuck in the bathroom. Today, I spent about 9 hours in the bathroom. My teachers don't understand that I physically can't get to class. It's not easy spending 9 hours in a public bathroom, especially when the lights are motion sensor. I have to call one of my girl friends to come in every hour or they turn off.

New symptoms: I am petrified right now because I am getting new symptoms. I have been faint/ fainting, nauseated/vomitting, head aches, and my heart always seems to be beating too fast. It is really bad in the morning, but it gets worse at about 3pm every day. has anyone experienced those symptoms?

Basically, I feel like i'm at a dead end and no one seems to want to listen to me. I am trying to be my own advocate and be professional about everything but I seem to be breaking down a lot lately emotionally as well as physically. I have always been a strong person and no matter how much pain I was in, I always made sure that I did what all the other children my age were doing. I was even number 7 in my class of 489. I work really hard and it kills me that something like absences can lower my grade. I feel like I am at a disadvantage.

Sorry for typing so much, I tried to label sections that way answers would be easier to find. I can't even begin to tell all of you how much this means to me. I am deeply touched. It's nice to know that someone out there will listen to me. Thank You!

-Miss Dana

Post Edited (Miss Dana) : 9/18/2012 8:43:52 PM (GMT-6)

Posted 9/19/2012 2:35 AM (GMT 0)
Miss Dana,

I teach at a large university. You should definitely go to the office of disabilities at your college. Once you are registered and provide documentation, you can have an accommodation for absences. Technically, I am not supposed to provide any accommodation to a student who does not have the proper paperwork. However, if a student came to talk to me about an illness, I would allow extra absences. Without documentation, I would not allow a student to miss an exam though. So go to the disabilities office before the first round of exams. Don't let this illness stop you from getting an education!!!
Posted 9/19/2012 2:43 AM (GMT 0)
@Noulls

Thank you very much for your advice, but I am registered in the office of disabilities. He said that he cannot do anything about absences. I have even talked to the dean and he doesn't seem to understand why I have to miss class. he asked if I could merely go and leave whenever I need to. yes, on certain days I can do that, but on other days, I cannot! Sometimes I can be stuck in the bathroom for hours on end. Can you think of anyone else that I can notify?

-Miss Dana
Posted 9/19/2012 2:49 AM (GMT 0)
Miss Dana,

I just posted and you had posted while I was composing my message. There should be a counseling service on campus to point you in the right direction and perhaps be your advocate with the disabilities office. Talk to someone else in the disabilities office, if you follow the proper procedures and complete the paperwork, they should not deny your need for absences. I still recommend talking with each professor as well.

BTW. It doesn't seem that you are getting enough calories based on your diet and weight loss. Have you tried Ensure or other supplemental products? Also, some of your symptoms could be intensified by dehydration.

I agree with avoiding prednisone, I will only take it when I have a partial or complete blockage. It does give quick results, but I have no interest in taking it long term. I take 6MP and it has drastically improved my symptoms but I would not say that I am in remission. We are each unique, so what works for some of us does not work for others.

Hang in there. This website is a great place for getting guidance and support.
Posted 9/19/2012 2:56 AM (GMT 0)
Noulls,

I will do so. I'm going to do some major research tomorrow. You just gave me some more hope! I will definitely agree with you on the calorie thing. No, I have never tried Ensure or other supplements. I will contact my doctor and ask him which ones he thinks are best. Dehydration would make sense.

I always prey for that magic pill that will help us all haha!
Thanks again!

-Miss Dana
Posted 9/19/2012 2:56 AM (GMT 0)
I'm surprised in your list of medications that you didn't list any biologics (unless I misread). Have you tried Remicade or Humira?

Also, most universities don't have a campus-wide attendance policy; they leave it up to the individual professors. Perhaps this university isn't for you? The suggestion of online classes is a good one as well. There are some colleges who have a combination of online and campus classes.

There might be something more going on, but I am guessing that the fainting, dizziness, heart rate, headaches, etc. are due to malnutrition and low blood pressure. It would be worse later on in the day as you use up what little energy you retrieved by sleeping.

When is the last time you got a new GI? A completely new one? It might be worth it to go somewhere almost with a "blank slate," one that won't make assumptions based on previous doctors' opinions/records.

These are all just thoughts.....
Posted 9/19/2012 3:12 AM (GMT 0)
Scifigal2k,

I have never been on biologics. Could you give me more information about them? I am always open to new options!

I will certainly look into online classes as an option. I am not opposed to it, but I do want the typical college experience. I do want to go to classes, make new friends, belong to clubs. I feel like I lost so much because of my illness. I used to be a pitcher for softball, did pointe ballet, and ice skated. I had to stop so that I could be as good of a student that I was in high school and for my illness. I see what you mean though, and even I know that sometimes one has to know their limitations.

That would make sense. I scared the crap out of one of my professors a week ago when I passed out right as I was about to leave for the restroom. A male student carried me to the health center haha It was right next door and he thought that they were taking too long to call for help . Later, he even checked on me and got dinner with me. He's my new friend. His sister and mother have what I have so he has been a really great support as of right now.

The last time I got a new GI was about 2 years ago. He is my first adult GI. Maybe I should get a new GI he seems to not be very up to date.

Thank You!

-Miss Dana

Post Edited (Miss Dana) : 9/18/2012 9:27:17 PM (GMT-6)

Posted 9/19/2012 3:58 AM (GMT 0)
I know what you mean about wanting the typical college experience. I've heard of some schools that offer both. Maybe you could do a combination of the two? Maybe one or two that are classroom and the other two or three online?

Your GI hasn't ever mentioned Remicade or Humira?! I'm a bit surprised, I have to admit. I was only diagnosed two years ago and started on Remicade after a year and a half when it became clear that the Imuran and Asacol weren't working (and I was taking them together). Maybe someone else knows why they weren't offered? I was under the impression that the "new" way to treating was to actually start with the biologics (which are considered to be "stronger") and then working your way down if they aren't able to work for whatever reason.

Remicade and Humira are basically the same thing. I hope I'm explaining this all correctly and that if I don't, someone can correct me. People with CD (and UC and other similar conditions) have a substance in their bodies made by red blood cells called TNF-alpha. Too much of this is what causes the immune system to attack healthy tissue, which is what CD is. Remicade is a protein that when put into your body, it attaches onto the TNF-alphas and blocks them, so the inflammation and pain go away. It's not a cure, but it's remission.

Remicade is given as an infusion of medication through an IV. When you first start (at week 0), you get infusions at week 0, week 2, and week 6. After that, you only have to get them once every 8 weeks. Sometimes your body might need it every 6 weeks instead of every 8 weeks, but that is just dependent on you and your symptoms. You would just see if you start to get symptoms sooner than 8 weeks.

Remicade is made with 75% human protein and 25% mouse protein. I know it sounds weird, but I think it's the mouse protein part that makes it last as long as it does. Some people have allergic reactions to it. They usually have you take a benadryl (or they give you) right before you get the infusion to help make sure you don't. Once you start Remicade, you need to keep taking it. If you stop for a while, then when you get back on it you are most likely to have an allergic reaction.

Humira is pretty much the same thing, only it's 100% human (no mouse). You give it to yourself as a shot, and the frequency can vary but I've heard it's usually about once a week or even more. (This is why I think the mouse part makes it last longer, but that's just pure speculation on my part.)

There are some risks that this could cause cancer, and like all the other medications we take it makes your immune system a bit weaker. But I've been on Remicade for about 6 months now and I'm amazed at how different it feels than before. I've had solid BMs for the first time in a few years! I've had some other health problems this year, but that's because the Imuran caused pancreatitis and then I got c. diff. But in spite of all of that I didn't even flare! Last year I got salmonella and I flared so fast it was ridiculous.

I personally prefer to try the Remicade first (I don't want to give myself a shot), and if I ever get allergic to it then I'd switch to Humira. You can do Remicade with pregnancy up to 30 weeks, and I think (not sure though) that it's safe while breastfeeding. I know you just started college and are still young, but it's something to keep in mind for down the road.

Anyway, I really hope this helps. I also really hope I didn't explain anything wrong. I'm still learning and this is all new to me. There are lots of previous posts and threads where people talk about Humira and Remicade and their experiences, the pros and cons, etc., so you might want to search them. You also might consider using a website like RateMDs to find a good GI in your area.
Posted 9/19/2012 3:58 AM (GMT 0)
And I'm glad that you made a new friend who can understand what you're going through! That's really, really nice!
Posted 9/19/2012 5:01 AM (GMT 0)
after a fairly long process, I was diagnosed with Crohn's in college. It sucked. I spent more time asleep than awake, and to this day I'm not really sure how I managed it.

I'm so sorry to hear that your school is being unreasonable about absences. I teach and even if it were not university policy I would make arrangements with any students who had an illness like ours.

A couple thoughts:
-Dorm food is hard for Crohn's. I am not sure if you are on campus or not, but try to get to a grocery store if you can. I used my meal plan about once a week because at the time pretty much all my choices were fried meats and raw veggies. Not exactly ideal for me.
-Check out the specific carbohydrate diet. I found it here and when I was at my most miserable, and having trouble eating anything not white :) I found it reduced my pain a ton. If you can't manage solids, try ensure, protein drinks, or if all else fails, gatorade to keep your electrolytes in balance. Diarrhea is bad for your salt balance. Eggs are supposedly pretty easy on the gut because they are mostly water. If you can stomach them without cheese, that might be an avenue for you.
-Check out a probiotic. I'm taking VSL-3, which is ridiculously expensive but has been shown in trials to make dramatic improvements in people's symptoms. I'm too early into it to know if it is working but I'm encouraged by the volume of research support
-Vitamins: apparently due to the need for healing we all have, my doctor said that we are almost all guaranteed to be low on zinc. I started taking it and holy cow, I feel like a new person. You can't overdose on it and its fairly cheap, so give it a shot. Magnesium is good too
-Consider being more assertive with your doctor. I was kind of in a holding pattern on Imuran and Pentasa for years, feeling not awful but not good. As I got sicker, I finally told him I didn't think the medication was working and "what's the next step?" I keep all my records, test results, labs etc. I read GI research articles. Some doctors have found me intimidating but I have found that the quality of my care has improved now that I ask questions more regularly and remain proactive.
-Keep in mind that you can pretty much take as much Immodium as you want. My aunt was once taking 16 a day to mange her illness (at 100lbs!) and my doc said that was an okay thing to do. My quality of life went way up once I started taking it more regularly. I often take it before my first trip to the bathroom, when I feel it coming on.
-Consider checking out your college counseling center. Chronic illness of any kind is incredibly hard to deal with. People lose sympathy over time, others don't understand. It is easy to feel hopeless. A good chronic health therapist can help you talk this out and make you feel less alone. Maybe even a support group would be nice.


I wish you the best of luck! You are incredibly strong to have made it thus far and you have the determination to keep going. It can seem exhausting and overwhelming to focus on getting better at the same time as you try to go to school full time. Keep an eye on this forum. This community has been super supportive for me and I've learned a lot about less common treatment options (SCD, LDN) that have really improved my well-being. Feel free to PM if you need somebody to chat to.
Posted 9/19/2012 5:08 AM (GMT 0)
Also, I'm not sure how wedded you are to your university, but you may consider transferring at the end of the semester. Frankly, I wouldn't want to attend a school that treats the students in this way. Its unreasonable to expect that students may not have health problems, and with accommodations can still do just fine. You sound motivated and that's the biggest part of success in higher education. Finding another school that is more flexible may reduce your already high stress levels. I almost want to ask for your school's name so I can call and tell them "shame on you!"
Posted 9/19/2012 3:01 PM (GMT 0)
I have to run to class now, but later I will read all that you guys wrote. Thanks again!

-Miss Dana
Posted 9/19/2012 3:13 PM (GMT 0)
Miss Dana, I'm so glad you're getting such good support here. I have to say that I agree with Scifigal - it is crazy that your GI has not talked to you about remicade or humira. I think it is time for you to find a new GI. Also, have you had your iron checked? How about your vitamin D? I'm concerned about your racing heart (anemia) and your fatigue (vitamin D). Of course, general malnourishment and dehydration can cause those things, too.
Posted 9/19/2012 8:59 PM (GMT 0)
UPDATE: I don't know what to do anymore. I feel completely lost right now. There is no where to turn anymore. I had a meeting with the office of disabilities again and they said that there is absolutely nothing that they can do or anyone can do. Even though I have made it clear that I cannot physically make it to class, they won't budge. I woke up this morning and could barely walk because my right and left leg were experiencing the worst joint pain that I have ever had. My blood is no longer a light shade of red, but dark and nearly black blood is appearing. I can't sleep anymore because everything hurts so bad. My stress levels are at an all time high and I'm now in one of the worst flare ups that I have ever had. I can't go to the hospital because if I do, they will count those absences and either fail me or make me drop the class. It has only been 3 weeks and I think i'm nearing closer to the end of my college experience. I feel like I am constantly being pushed down. Today, I even threatened that i'll get a lawyer because I don't know what to do. That's not like me. I look like crap. My skin is all broken out and grey and my weight keeps dropping and dropping. I left 40 mins early for my first class today because I was afraid that I wouldn't be able to make it to the building when the time came. I left my first class about 5 or 6 times to use the restroom. I probably spent a total of about 4 mins in the 55 min class. I don't even know if she is going to count me as being here today. I hate college. I hate people who don't think about people like us or that don't want to help us. Why does no one want to help us? As I am writing this, i can hardly see the keyboard because I am so hysterical crying. I am NOT a crier. I always refuse to cry. I haven't even cried all the times that I have been rushed to the ER in pain. I don't cry from pain! This kills me that it is making me cry. This kills me that it is hitting me so hard. I work my ass off for these professors classes and what do I get? I haven't received anything below a 96% and I am very diligent when I write. This drives me MAD! This is a rant. I am sorry for ranting. I really needed to get that out.....
Thank you all for being so amazing. I wish there were more people like you in this world.

-Miss Dana
Posted 9/19/2012 9:01 PM (GMT 0)
I will respond to kazbern, gilsonal, and scifigal2k soon. I just need time To decompress before my next class that is at 6:00. Thank you all for responding so fast. I can't even tell you how amazing you all are.

-Miss Dana
Posted 9/19/2012 9:08 PM (GMT 0)
Oh Miss Dana, my heart just breaks for you. I am so sorry. Do you need someone to talk to? If you feel comfortable with it, my email address is [email protected]. If you want to email me your phone number, I'd be happy to call and talk for a bit....I'm assuming you're in the US...I guess I shouldn't assume that. If you're not, I can't call but I'd be happy to talk over email.
Posted 9/19/2012 11:08 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Miss Dana,

I am truly sorry to hear you're having such a bad time, not feeling well and I do not understand why there is no compromise with the university you're attending. First things first, please try to calm down, stress and Crohn's don't mix. I realize this may be easier said than done, take a while to get your mind in a better state, realize that there are treatments and medications to get your Crohn's managed. You will get there. We're going to be throwing a lot of questions towards you and responses to help you out best as possible. We're here for you and we're here to help.

I believe a lot of us are really going to question this university and their wicked attitude about this situation. I initially brought up the idea of online classes for when you have a bad day and cannot attend classes, very much like today. I had in mind what scifigal2k had brought up, a combination if needed, attend classes and also have the ability to take classes online.

Noulls brought up a good point about an advocate/Ombudsman who serve many purposes. Mediating, facilitate and problems or concerns that need resolution. Check the Universities website.
In regards to the health center, see what services may be available for you. It will be great to build a relationship with the staff there also.

Did the office of disabilities request medical records or a note from your physician/GI? If you have copies of your medical records that shows a diagnosis of Crohn's disease, give it to them if you haven't already. You may also be able to get accommodations, such as sitting near an exit of the classroom for those times you need to go to the bathroom. Just some ideas and suggestions.

As pointed out, find yourself a well reviewed GI in the area if possible. It's time to get your Crohn's under control and any possible deficiencies you may currently have.
Locate a Gastroenterologist in your area-
/secure.gastro.org/GILocator/locator.asp

WebMD Physician Directory-
doctor.webmd.com/physician_finder/home.aspx?sponsor=core

Just to give you some ideas about diets.
Creating a Crohn's Disease Diet Plan-
www.webmd.com/ibd-crohns-disease/crohns-disease/creating-a-crohns-disease-diet-plan

Diet and Nutrition-
www.livingwithcrohnsdisease.com/livingwithcrohnsdisease/life_with_crohns/diet_nutrition.html

A lot of us are different in what we can or cannot eat, it's important for you to take an active role in finding out which, if any, foods tend to make your symptoms worse.
I hope this helps and please remain strong. Again, we're here to help you. :-)
Posted 9/20/2012 1:58 AM (GMT 0)
Miss Dana,
You sure have gotten great advice on here. When both my son and daughter were diagnosed over 8 years ago, I learned more here than in any doctor's office! My daughter was in her 2nd year at San Diego State when she had her first flare. For her protection, we got a doctor's write-up and turned it in for her disability, in case she needed it. At the time she was put on Asacol, but then a few years later, as you know, these drugs can quit working. Somehow, she graduated in 4 years, even with all the stress she went through. Son has been on all the drugs and none worked until he went on Humira. Both have been on Humira a number of years and are doing o.k.

Obviously, your school has a really rigid disability policy. If you must stay there, please discuss with your doctor, or find another GI who is more open-minded about the biologic drugs. They very well may send you into remission so you are able to handle your life. So sorry for what you are going through.
Posted 9/20/2012 2:02 AM (GMT 0)
Q: "Did the office of disabilities request medical records or a note from your physician/GI?"
A: Yes I did, sadly that seems to not matter :(

Q: "have you had your iron checked? How about your vitamin D?"
A: Yes, I have had my iron checked years ago. I probably should have told you that I am anemic. At least I was about 3 years ago. I couldn't take the iron pills because I had a really bad reaction to them.. I should look into that. Haven't thought of that. Vitamin D: nope never had that checked. Sounds worth while to look into that. Thank you!

glisonal: "It's unreasonable to expect that students may not have health problems, and with accommodations can still do just fine."

after reading your statement earlier. I mentioned it at the meeting. They all just shook their heads at me and with smiles said yes, but we aren't sure that they do. I really like that statement. I'm just wondering if all this goes against the disabilities act?

Datawraith: " First things first, please try to calm down, stress and Crohn's don't mix. I realize this may be easier said than done, take a while to get your mind in a better state, realize that there are treatments and medications to get your Crohn's managed."

You are right. I really do need to calm down lol I just grabbed some tea and i'm trying to relax right now :) i'm going to even watch my favorite movie soon. Hopefully that will help.

scifigal2k Q: "Maybe you could do a combination of the two? Maybe one or two that are classroom and the other two or three online?"

That's a great idea I will try to bring that up in my next meeting tomorrow. That may help me out. Today, they were trying to get me to drop classes. I can't do that because I am on financial aid and a few scholarships. That would make college impossible to pay for. It all makes no sense. haha but I like your thought way better!

scifigal2k: I know what you are talking about now with the biologics. My doctor never gave me names for them. I remember 2 doctors ago, he told me that I can't do that because I have a low white blood cell count and that it would surely give me lymphoma. I had a friend that was once on them and they did wonders for her. Im thinking about going to a local go and getting my white blood cell count tested again that was I can possibly try them. Thank you for your wonderfully detailed explanation! Sounds wonderful!

gilsonal: "Check out a probiotic. Vitamins"

I am going to town today and I think I will do that. Sounds like it could really benefit me! Thanks!

gilsonal: "Consider being more assertive with your doctor"

Never thought of that. I will give him a call and explain it to him better. Maybe he gets the wrong idea. I have an extremely tolerance for pain because I was born with this illness. I honestly don't really know what feeling good is lol. I know what less pain feels like and more pain according to my doctors. Every time I get a colonoscopy it also takes a lot more meds to knock me out lol. Today I actually became more assertive with the office of disabilities. That is so unlike me, but they kept spewing the same crap at me. I'm also going to the health center soon (had to make an apt. of course nothing is walk in here).


Datawraith: "Mediating, facilitate and problems or concerns that need resolution. Check the Universities website."

I decided to take you up on that and looked it up. I found that there is counseling on campus and scheduled an apt. for tomorrow. Maybe they can help me out.

Datawraith: Thank you for the wonderful links!! Found a local GI and left a message at his office! And I can't thank you enough for the diet links. I tried it out and I am feeling not as lousy.

scifigal2k: I will take you up on emailing you. I really really appreciate it. Having support is wonderful :)

If I missed any q's i'm so sorry!!! i'm in a bit of a hurry to go and study. Thank you guys again :) It's rough being 18 and feeling like you have no power. My parents think i'm making too big of a deal over this lol You guys mean a lot to me :) I hope that all of you are feeling better :) I would like to hear about you guys as well. I love hearing your stories because it reminds me that i'm not alone in this world :)

-Miss Dana
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