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Posted 4/12/2010 6:43 PM (GMT 0)
Do some people have a reaction to VSL3?  Can it induce symptoms similar to UC?  Just wondering since I've been on it about 2 weeks now--no blood, but bloating which hasn't really relented, constipation, and some diahrrea.

Just wondering if there is a history of reaction with some individuals.

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CollegeGrad85

24 years old

dx'd with UC 11/2008

Posted 4/12/2010 9:02 PM (GMT 0)
Hello,

For your question regarding the vsl 3 ! To really appreciate the results you should be taking the vsl 3 for at least a month. What dosage are you taking. When you take this. One of the main things about vsl 3 is it stops bleeding and diahrea. Can I ask are you on a strict diet.

Posted 4/12/2010 9:07 PM (GMT 0)
This is always a possiability. But I have never heard of this happening. Another way to stop from getting the runs is to take husk seed powder this also helps with the bleeding. You should be taking at least 1000mg a day of omega 3 the brand nordic naturals is the best out there. I am currently using every remedy I am recommending, so I'm not pulling your chain.
Posted 4/13/2010 3:30 AM (GMT 0)
Thanks for the advice--

I've only been taking it for 2 weeks, so I'll stay on it for a few weeks more.  Also, I've been at a very low dose (lower than what is recommended for UC) mainly because I wanted to make it last, as I really couldn't afford it at the dosage it is recommended.  I'll increase my dosage.

Also, I was in a really bad flare (bleeding, urgency, frequent bowel movements) and I noticed little improvement on prednisone, so I quit it completely and the bleeding stopped and my bowel movements became solid.  Also, I'm going only 2-4 times a day now (major improvement), although I still have some frequency and diahrrea--like movements every once in a while.

Stevo1981--what is your story?  Are you only using natural remedies or are you on medication as well?  I'm not currently on any medication--and I'm doing much better than when I was on medication.

Posted 4/13/2010 3:45 PM (GMT 0)
I take asacol 9 a day when I'm really flaring up. But when I'm in remission I tapper down the asacol to 3 or 4 a day. each month I will drop the pill count by one. That way when I have a flare up the pills will actually work. I normally take the nordic natural omega 3 once a day this pill is all natural. It is also helps reduce inflammation in the body naturally. I work out this also helps reduce inflammation also with reducing stress, which in my opinion is the main culprit. I hate prednisone. It is so bad for you it thins out your bones it causes weight gain, you will see if you keep taking it your knees will start to hurt. The vsl 3 is a all natural supplement no side affects. I recommend taking 2 or 3 a day. So where you from.
Posted 4/13/2010 4:09 PM (GMT 0)
rectal meds should be part of your treatment regimen...

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