This is interesting to me, I have had colitis/crohn's for longer than I'd like to remember. In the last year I have developed increasing pain in my knees, elbows, hands, feet and back. Some days I...
Oh my Gosh!!! That is horrifying, hope things get better for you soon! I have had reactions to some of the medications the dr. has tried...and he always says the same thing. 'Most people never have...
Thanks! That's hilarious! I needed that today!...
Thought I would chime in...Have been in that situation so many times I would hate to guess! I have thorwn away so many undies I couldn't count. This has happen while out somewhere and it happens at...
First, have a great trip. I agree anti-anxiety meds will help tremendously. I took them when I went to NM a few years ago and I was very glad I had them! You will love NM! The weather is...
Thanks so much everyone! The people on this forum are the best! You have all been so helpful. My head doesn't hurt as bad this morning, but have been in the bathroom 10 times in the last two hours....
When this happens to me, it is gas that hasn't moved on down the intestinal tract. I get this pain very frequently and it stinks! Sometimes it helps me to lie down, flat on my back, with a heating...
This forum is incredible....all these years I have been thinking "I must be a hypocondriac, no one could have so many weird things wrong with them!" Then, I find this site and am starting to...
Aimee, I get that sometimes too! The Dr. hasn't found anything wrong, but it sure is annoying! I don't have a clue what causes it. It seems to come and go and with no particular reason. Maybe some...
Thanks everyone! I had some tylenol sinus at home....was afraid to try it because I am feeling like I'm in a flare right now. After reading your posts through my blurry eyes I decided to give it a...
Any suggestions would be appreciated....I caught my son's cold and everytime this happens I end up with a horrible sinus infection. Does anyone who takes imuran have this problem too? If so, what do...
I do the same as Zanne, only I were one every time I leave the house. There have been times that this is still not enough protection and I have left unide in trash cans too! I hate it, and am very...
I admire those of you who are brave enough to try the MD or "Breaking the Vicious cycle". For me, most of the "legal" foods are foods that would either put me in the bathroom for a whole day or make...
Flagyl is horrible!! Not only the dizziness, horrible taste, and nausea...I could not concentrate on reading anything. Even a recipe, I would read it, try to do step one and have to reread it because...
I hate prednisone!!! I become Sybil /community/emoticons/devil.gif . The last time my GI gave it too me it was awful!!! Had never reacted like that before; my husband and son were afraid to even talk...
Hi Wayne, Sorry to hear about your girlfirend. She is very lucky to have someone like you who wants to understand. Is she having her terminal illieum removed? If so, I can tell you my experience with...
unfortunately sickmomof2 is right. There isn't any formula for this DD. I was first diagnosed in 1978 with UC (I think that it was Crohn's not UC) and back then they put me on this horrible diet. All...
Nanners, Glad to hear you are recovering from your knee surgery, but sorry to hear you aren't feeling well today. Everytime I have to take any knid of pain meds I feel the same way...doesn't matter...
Sherree, Sorry to hear about your friend. I am not a doctor, but have had crohn's for a very long time. Initially was diagnosed incorrectly. Since I have had several rectal fistuals, I suspect that...
Pippy, No, you are not alone, but the place we all are can really stink at times. Don't wait too long to seek help....I did and it is going to be an even longer road back for me....
Pippy, I too am experiencing the same feelings. Anxiety, depression, feeling like a burden, sick of this DD and feeling sorry for myself because this is my life! Two months ago I reached a low point...
Barb, My Gi never mentioned that there was something that could allieviate the D. Then again I never asked! I will ask now...thanks so much! Mark, you are so right, I think I will hire Marie-Claire...
Thanks Mary, You are right and I know that. Somehow over the last year I have arrived at this point. Since I was 12 years old I have dealt with this DD and have never felt sorry for myself (with the...
Broomhilda, I also get those chills, awful when it happens. I usually end up in a super hot tub and soak until I get warm. On the flip side, does anyone get horrible sweats? I agree, this disease...
Hi Jen, A fellow homeschooler! :) When my heart seems to be going wacky it is always indigestion! I will take an antiacid, strech out flat on the couch with a heating pad and wait. To me the...
Hi Jen, I have also had these heart palpitations, sent me rushing to the doctors once. In my case it was the beginning of stomach ulcers! Go figure, is there any chance that you may the same thing? I...
Thanks Mark. You are right, that's exactly what it is for me, could not figure that out!!! The disease affects every part of my life, and that probably is why I'm having this mini-meltdown lately....
What is Klonopin? Thanks to everyone for reading my post! I guess I've been dealing with this for 36 years and I am tired. I am really glad I found this site, it is nice to have people who really...
Thanks everyone! Guess I neglected to say I do take Xanax; my doctor will give me 30 at a time. I also am taking Zoloft & seeing a therapist. (I just started seeing her in the last month). I...
Hi, I have never posted to any forums before, but have reached "the end of my rope" so to speak. A little history, will try to keep it short. Diagnosed with UC at 12 years old (am 48 now). Many...
First, bear with me, this is the first time I have ever posted anything on a forum. I went through the same thing with my Chron's. For me the lump was where my intestine ws most imflammed and full of...