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Posted 3/6/2014 12:26 AM (GMT 0)
I say again, this is an awesome story.
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Posted 3/6/2014 12:43 AM (GMT 0)
Regarding the patch-
Years ago I used a patch (forget the brand) that was in "levels" to quit smoking.
Found that I had to reduce even the lowest dose because of dizziness. Did that by cutting each in half. Used only 1/2 patch a day and took it off at night to avoid sleeplessness.

My thoughts on the subject is that there are possible side effects from trying non-standard treatments but they in no way are equal to some of the horrible possible side effects of many prescribed drugs.

Best wishes to all who have experienced success.
IAS :-)
Posted 3/31/2014 8:07 PM (GMT 0)
Wow, Warrior.Princess, I am so happy to hear that it seems to be helping you!
That's exactly why I shared our story. I thought, if I could just help one person get out of the hell my poor husband seemed to be stuck in...

Please keep us posted on your progress. Here's to regaining hope!
Posted 4/11/2014 9:07 PM (GMT 0)
:)
Posted 4/12/2014 12:02 AM (GMT 0)
I read on the internet of a man who quit smoking and I think it triggered UC or Crohn's and they told him he must remove his colon. He said **** that and went back to smoking and the UC went away! It does not work for me however as I am a current smoker, I have about 4 cigarettes a day or less for many years and it does not affect my UC. I want to quit but its an emotional crutch for me i can't seem to let go of yet. I am so glad for you your husband is in remission!
Posted 4/12/2014 12:45 AM (GMT 0)
What happens to your symptoms when you go off cigs for a period of time (assuming of course you have tried to quit at some point)?
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