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Posted 7/6/2016 12:43 AM (GMT 0)
I've had a flare up since my last remicad infusion about 4 weeks ago. It's progressively getting worse and my GI prescribed me prednisone. However, I'm not a fan of the side effects of steroids. I did some research and have bought several alternative options. Aloe Vera gel, chlorophyll, bromelain, grapefruit seed extract, curcumin and peppermint oil. Does anyone have any suggestions on what will work? And will it be ok to try these all? I'm desperate to stop my flare. It had by 5 years since I've felt this bad. Any helpful suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Posted 7/6/2016 1:06 AM (GMT 0)
it's quite possible that if you put all that stuff together, it might make one heck of a bathroom tile scrubber - or some beauty bath concoction - smilewinkgrin

the only one i would consider in your situation would be the curcumin - the rest i would save for another day - taking them all at once, you may get lucky, but more than likely not - taking one at a time will help you make future decisions much easier -

i would also suggest adding a mesalamine enema to the mix - do them at nite and the supps in the morning -
Posted 7/6/2016 1:09 AM (GMT 0)
Steroid enemas, suppositories, or a delayed-release uceris all produce fewer side effects than prednisone.
Posted 7/6/2016 1:13 AM (GMT 0)
Slippery elm bark powder pulled me out of my first flare (pre diagnosis). It also really helped me in my current simmer during med change. Search the forum on slippery elm. It tastes bitter and actually has some nutrition, it's quite an ancient remedy. I understand your reluctance to go back on Pred and agree with Stud about trying some rectal enemas first.
Posted 7/6/2016 11:38 AM (GMT 0)
Thank you everyone. I tried the grapefruit seed extract last nite and it did not go well. I'm going to try curcumin and slippery elm. I've taken that in the past and it helped. I'm going to a 3 day convention this weekend and don't want to spend all my time in the bathroom. Thanks for everyone's input and suggestions.
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