legs ache big time

Yes, I have been dealing with the same problem with my legs for almost a year now - although it is not as bad as it once was. Once I get moving it loosens up quite a bit. But getting out of the car after an extended commute can be a real challenge!

My GI recommended that I see a rheumatologist - something you may want to consider. She suggested that it may be a UC related inflammatory response. Why just the legs, I have no idea. On the positive side, I appear to be slowly improving - so I have not sought the help of yet another doctor. I'm hopeful that it will pass eventually.

I can relate sometimes, but not always. I think you should see a rheumatologist but please, please have your Vitamin D level checked.

Most people's vitamin D is low, and low levels can cause all you're experiencing as well. I'm not saying it's the only cause, but do consider it.

Do get your thyroid levels checked....and of course your liver enzymes.

Please get it done soon and bring all your concerns to your GI or GP, whomever can get the tests done and then send you to a rheumatologist.
The other option would be to send you to an endocrinologist as well.

quincy

My legs hurt too but it feels like vascular pain. I switch multi-vitamins today to hopefully get some of the things my previous one was low on. I know my husband's going to have a heart attack when he's sees I bought prenatals. lol

If your potassium level is too low that can contribute to muscle cramps. Do you drink fruit juice or eat bananas? Those can replenish your body's potassium store so that you don't have to be bothered with supplements for that kind of deficiency. By the way, it was a good thing that I read your holidaytime post re stomach bug-- because I got it last week! So I knew not to panic about another UC flare ... thanks! / Old Hat (30 yrs with left-sided UC; presently in remission taking brandname Colazal)