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Posted 4/1/2012 9:13 PM (GMT 0)
Hi guys, I started FT's and have been doing it for 3 weeks. I was taking Steroid enemas more then I should have for about 2 years, way more than I should have. I had started tapering a tiny bit before the FT's but just completely stopped the steroid enemas once I started the FT's. I have been feeling so good physically you would think I would be on top of the world but I feel pretty depressed. Could this be a side effect of going off steroid enemas cold turkey? Thanks for any insight.

Donna

Posted 4/1/2012 10:36 PM (GMT 0)
I wonder if it's your adrenals. My naturopath has me on licorice route to help with that. Google it. Hope you feel better.
Posted 4/1/2012 10:38 PM (GMT 0)
yeah, i'd probably take an adrenal support formula since yours haven't been working for 2 years. that's quite a while to just stop steroids. im really glad FT is working for you. it gives me so much hope.
Posted 4/2/2012 12:40 AM (GMT 0)
Yep, the patient is supposed to taper off longterm steroids because they can mess up one's endocrine system otherwise. Are you taking any vitamin/mineral supps? Awesome that FT is helping your colon; if you can eat a more balanced diet, rest up, & exercise a bit daily you should be able to get over the depression soon. Take care. / Old Hat (31 yrs with left-sided UC; presently in remission taking brandname Colazal)
Posted 4/2/2012 1:41 AM (GMT 0)
Thank you guys..I know I was supposed to taper:(..I was just so tired of enemas!..I screwed up...I take calcium and when I remember, I take a multi..I used to be so good about supplements but I am also tired of all the pills..I had really slacked on my health the last couple of years. I think I just got tired of it all.

Thanks again!

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