Hi! Sorry you are suffering so. What meds are you on now? I took 6MP for seven years. It really didn't keep me in a long term remission. The doctor took me off the 6MP prior to my starting Remicade. I think the only test I had was for TB. If you were exposed to TB they will not start you on Remicade or any other biologic. Unfortunately, for me, Remicade failed after my 3rd infusion. I then tried Humira for three months...nada.
I had a total colectomy with end ileostomy on June 28th. After suffering with ulcerative proctitis for twelve years and becoming prednisone dependent for two years before my operation, I am finally able to enjoy life without having to cart those port a pots around..lol.