Hello everyone, I'm unsure as to what's happening but for the 1st time I'm actually worried about my scope I'm having tomorrow. I've actually been constipated for over 6 months. And yes, I've tried...
Hello Everyone I'm not sure how to put this but after going all the way up on my Seroquel to help with escalating hypo mania I'm on my way back down. The only thing is I still have some of the...
I now know that I have flipped onto the road of mania. Went to see the doc and had my Seroquel restarted. I use short acting because I'm not usually on it for long but this time it's a little...
I'm sorry that you are going through this at this time. I have a somewhat similar situation bu my spats occur mainly with strangers as I don't feel able to express anger towards family or friends who...
Hello Everyone I am usually on the ulcerative colitis forum but thought I would post here because I also have bipolar disorder 1 and think the two are related somehow. I could also use some support,...
I get joint pain also. It actually gets worse as the flare gets worse and vice versa. I get it in both thumbs, right knee, and of late the left hip. I've started to take an eggshell formula by...
Update: Went to see GI doc today. Not on prednisone, thank God! But definitely changed my meds. So now I'm on max dose Salofalk tabs (10), we added Salofalk supps for AM and continue Salofalk enemas...
Thanks for your reply Anonymous :) I haven't been on Seroquel for some time because of rapid heart rate and low BP issues. However, I was on 1200mg at the time. Now I'm willing to try it again...
Wow! This is very different than another forum I've been on. I've noticed a lot of people look at the postings here but hardly ever respond or give feedback. That's difficult for those of us looking...
Hello Everyone :) I haven't posted here before but I'm having some issues that I could use help with. I was diagnosed in 2009. I had been out of work because of it and decided to return to work in...
Oh I see. Well, that's why there are alternatives. I don't use fruit and or fruit juice in my shakes. I use coconut water, almond milk, rice milk, or just plain water. I use Vega protein powders (not...
Not sure what you mean by "Smoothies would kill me too"....
I have tried Imodium too. I tried taking it before my runs but it never worked. I think because when I run the urge I get is actually stronger than the Imodium's ability to hold it down....
I have been on liquid diets on and off. Usually anywhere from 1 week to 1 month. I drink herbal teas, hot lemon water, make shakes (with and without spinach, kale. cooked oats, quinoa, and/or rice),...
Hello and Thx for your replies! I got cortisone cream for my face so I'll be trying that but the groin bump is red and a fair size. It's not folliculitis because I've had that before and it doesn't...
Hello everyone! A dime-sized, light colored dry flaky skin patch has appeared on my face recently. Along with large bump in my groin area that comes and goes. The bump is sore if squeezed and the...
I've been having gas for as long as I can remember. I think I have it both ways though. When healing, I have it and when not well I have it. I also work around people but we have a washroom close by...
Wow! That definitely sounds like me right now. Like you say, as soon as you get over one thing it seems like another crops up right behind it. Like it was waiting in the wings or something for its...
Haha:) Loved the move to a boot suggestion pb4. So far I'm hearing that I should try an elimination diet but it is what I started with when looking into the whole food thing as a way to heal and keep...
Hello Everyone :smile: I hope all is well with you. I have some concerns I was hoping you'd be able to help me with. First, I wondered if there was anyone out there who has tried many, if not all, of...
I don't know about not eating. There are some days I feel like that and may fast a day or 2 but completely stop? My love for food is too strong for that. Being on bowel rest may not do much for...
Anyone else out there that can help with some insight to my questions? Thanks in advance :)...
You know I never really thought about a cure. Most of my focus had been trying to live the best I can in the here and now. I find that by doing that things are less stressful and more in my control....
You're right Churey. Dogs and cats and definitely a little bit different to rats. But because you have a business, I assume that you're very good with the care you provide. Including the cleanliness....
Ahhh...makes sense Sherbear. I was having them before but not like this. I've been on Pred now for 2 and a 1/2 wks. And the last week has been crazy with the night sweats. Sometimes I have to get up...
Thank you Old Mike. I've been trying to get that point across to friends and family as I have no desire to start smoking again or use patches, e-cigs etc. I already have the possibility of getting...
I take rectal meds. Salofalk specifically. There are different kinds though. I don't like doing it but I usually feel better within a week or two. Depends on how deep into the flare I am. Your doc...
Hello Everyone I have some questions that have been on my mind for a few days now, and despite all my internet searching I haven't really found the answers I'm looking for. I have left sided UC which...
Awww...that's too bad if any of this were true. I have two Cavalier King Charles and they have been my saviour at my worst moments. They are very good at sensing when I'm not well and help me to keep...
"Behind the enthusiasm, behind the inspiration, behind the passion, there must be will." - Dr. George Sheehan, Cardiologist, Writer, Runner Have you ever heard the spirit is willing but the flesh is...
Former competitive athlete checking in to say that the most important thing I learned from being sick is that this is an insidious lie. Motivational speakers, friends and family, and society at...
I have restarted my fiber tablets and increasing the water won't be an issue. I love water. It's my favorite drink! :) ...
Nice to hear from you Marathon 5! This will actually be only my 2nd ultra race. My 1st was 50k a cpl years ago but like you I do a variety of 5s, 10s, halfs, and fulls. So nice to finally hear fom...
Hey Scott Finally something that makes sense. I get this feeling at the same time that I feel the stool going through my system. I may not be able to prevent it but it gives me some relief to know...
Believe it or not I already take a Vit D supplement along with Zinc, Calcium, and Mg. I've just recently introduced Coenzyme Q10 also. Never thought about getting the blood profile though. I was...
Hello everyone :-) I haven't posted here in some time however I'm always reading your wonderfully informative write-ups. Unfortunately, I haven't come across any information with regards to training...
Hi Scaredy/Stkitt Thank you so much for your feedback. I guess I must be sensitive to the few side effects this drug does have. However today has been better (no 'high' feeling), and I hope to see...
Hello :-) I have Bipolar 1 and having a lot of anxiety. I was prescribed gabapentin and after a day and a 1/2 I have had a lot of side effects. I mean the anxiety goes away when I take it but its...