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Posted 12/16/2014 3:07 PM (GMT 0)
What's up all? I've been in remission since April-ish. The last two days I've woken up with nausea and last night it was so bad I started dry heaving. I then felt like I was getting a hot flash and lied down on the cold bathroom floor hoping I wouldnt pass out. It was scary.

Backstory: I have been under tremendous stress for the past few weeks, I've missed several doses of my meds, and I took Aleve every day for the last week, including twice the max dosage last Sunday because i had a terrible headache that wouldnt go away. I usually take Aleve once a week and have never had an issue with it but Im wondering if the huge dose messed things up for me. I will never take that much again.

I have no other UC symptoms so far. Nausea is usually one of my first signs of a flare but it usually goes away after 20 minutes and Ive never dry heaved before. And I usually get constipated or tenesmus early on too.

Im on 12 Delzicol/day and Rowasa nightly. Thoughts? Advice? Ive missed you guys.
Posted 12/16/2014 3:35 PM (GMT 0)
'Tis the season for stomach funk, so I'd say you're probably ok to keep an eye on it fora few days. And, as you well know, stop skipping doses of your meds!
Posted 12/16/2014 5:04 PM (GMT 0)
I'd make sure you get back on track with the meds and quit with the Aleve.
Posted 12/16/2014 5:07 PM (GMT 0)
I agree with Gary. Good to see you but don't like when it's because you're worried about a flare.
Posted 12/16/2014 5:17 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Sara,
Welcome back,but sorry you are having issues. I had a stomach virus a few weeks ago...so maybe that is a possibility. Could it also be that the Aleve upset your upper stomach and a little Zantac could help? Just a few thoughts especially since you haven't yet had constipation/D. Obviously keep up with the meds and try to de-stress the best u can. We r here for you!
B
Posted 12/16/2014 7:08 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Sara...I agree with everyone, stop the Aleve for now.

It's possible that some gastro invader has entered, as fruitgirl said..lots going around. I suggest you take probiotics anyway just in case.

In conjunction, with you severely stressed and missing med doses (which ones?), it sets us up for some regression. If you're near your period, add that to the mess.

With you taking the Delzicol twice daily...missing 6 at a time can have impact on your situation.

I think the idea of Zantac is also a good one....maybe take it in the morning a half hour before eating.

Give Pumpkin a hug for me, for I'm sure she's sad you're feeling bad.

How long on the nightly Rowasa?

Nice to see you.....hang tough, hopefully this can resolve quickly.

q
Posted 12/16/2014 7:14 PM (GMT 0)
I don't take Aleve, but recently hurt my knee and only took several doses of extra strength tylenol. I think I took 4 the first night even though they suggest 2.. I didn't take more than the 6 per day, and only for 2 days. But, I had a seemingly distinct improvement in colitis for it, or maybe its an odd coincidence.
Posted 12/17/2014 1:43 AM (GMT 0)
Thanks guys. I improved greatly during the day, but after eating a big plate of spaghetti for dinner, I feel a bit nauseous and really gassy again. Still not sure what's up. It definitely doesn't feel like a typical flare for me. I only had 2 or 3 BMs all day, and that's normal for me.

quincy - I gave Pumpkin a hug for you and she said thanks. :) I've been on nightly Rowasa ever since getting off pred last May. I can't decrease or I'll flare. I actually have been taking it about 6 days a week for the past month. I missed mostly Delzicol but also some Rowasa (hence the 6 days/week). I won't miss anymore though. I will check out the zantac. I am also waiting to hear back from my GI to see if he has any advice/input.
Posted 12/17/2014 2:52 PM (GMT 0)
What?? We can give virtual hugs?? Okay one from me too, please! I think about Pumpkin whenever I see your name pop up.
Posted 12/19/2014 2:28 AM (GMT 0)
Seems you answered your own Qs with true confessions like skipping UC meds! (Bad, Bad.) Hope you're feeling better by now & even moreso at Christmas ... think portion control, eh? / Old Hat (34 yrs with left-sided UC; presently in remission taking brandname Colazal)
Posted 12/23/2014 2:50 PM (GMT 0)
Feeling better. It was only bad for 3 days so Im thinking possibly a stomach bug. Im still getting mild nausea from time to time though. Back on the meds on a strict schedule!!

Thanks guys! Pumpkin appreciates the hugs. Wish I could post pics!
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