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Posted 4/23/2014 8:55 PM (GMT 0)

Got a mild flare up again....so, got some questions.

Why is it we are so TENDER after a watery BM no matter if it is a small amount or not so much?

How come the tenderness lasts sometimes ALL day?

Why is our back sore?

So, is there a quick fix (don't laugh..I know how this disease works) for about a week with some kind of meds, ANYTHING because this flare up came just weeks before I go out of town and will be gone for 5 days.  I realize I will still have Bm's but just wondered if there is a med the doctor can give me that will control it briefly or something (I know, wishful thinking..LOL).  May not if there is since I already am on meds.  Just curious.  : )

Okay...that's all I have.  LOL  I have a dtrs appt. on Friday but was curious now.  This is my second flare up since 2005 and on AsacolHD 2400mg.  Doc may want to up it? 

Hope you all are having a good day!  smilewinkgrin

Posted 4/23/2014 9:04 PM (GMT 0)
Yep he will probably increase your meds. I would also ask for rectal meds. Tenderness is probably due to whatever inflammation you have going on, same with the back pain. Aren't we a lucky bunch?
Posted 4/23/2014 11:18 PM (GMT 0)
Rectal meds!?!? LOL Never taken those....Do they work pretty quickly and what am I to expect of them? Anyone pipe in (no pun there intended! TEE HEE)
Posted 4/23/2014 11:42 PM (GMT 0)
I take rectal meds. Salofalk specifically. There are different kinds though. I don't like doing it but I usually feel better within a week or two. Depends on how deep into the flare I am. Your doc will know what to prescribe if you should go that route. :)
Posted 4/24/2014 6:43 PM (GMT 0)
Yes....write it down! you WANT mesalamine retention enemas, with lots of refills.

They're to be used nightly until all is good. Then you can start a tapering schedule to eventually get down to twice a week maintenance.

That's the best advice for now....

It's a commitment, yes. Your very best friends that could help for a very looooong time.

I look back on the 25 years, and they've done well for me.

q
Posted 4/24/2014 7:03 PM (GMT 0)
Rectal meds make a very big difference overnight. Really give them a try (I've had better luck with corticosteroid enemas than mesalamine enemas, but that's just me)
Posted 4/24/2014 7:51 PM (GMT 0)
Thank you everyone....so tired of the tenderness and sometimes crampy feeling and also those nagging backaches.  Let's see what the doctor says in the morning.  Sigh..guess my vacation is cancelled until further notice.  AWWW sad
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