Thanks for the great info, i've since gone out & bought an ovulation test kit to try this month. Kazbern - my doctor asked me to come in for the day 2-3 / FSH bloods but i couldn't make it due to...
Hi Skofbengsk, i haven't been charting my temp as i didn't want to be stressing myself out, but i am aware of ovulation signs, maybe i should start charting. My doc doesn't seem to think my bloating...
Hi All, I am TTC for the last 8 months with no luck now. Although i have crohn's i'm lucky that my worst symptoms at present are constant bloating & painful trapped gas. But according to all...
Hi all, Haven't posted in a while but am in need of advice. My crohns has come back and i have a pretty bad stricture at the anastomosis site from last surgery. Got a good 10 years med free from last...
Just a few questions on Antibiotics: So i persuaded my GI to give me a 10 day course of Flagyl. This was something i really wanted to try, just to find out if the severe bloating, D & discomfort that...
Hi dragonfly, I can't be of any help to you, but i am in the same position also. I'll be 32 this year and i think i've reached the stage where i know i'd love children, and my partner feels the same....
Very interesting. One abdominal surgery with the Crohn's is probably enough :-) So i guess the surgery for the C-sec didn't interfere with your crohn's. That's the fear i'd have if i ever had to have...
Thanks Wonderwen, i am really looking forward to the prospect of bringing new life into the world - it really is a miracle :-) Stef17 - Thanks for that info - it's so great to hear such positive...
Aw FANTASTIC, i'm delighted :-)...
Hi wednesday77, I can relate to your emotional state. I think it may be worth doing some research into SAD & also to check your Vit D levels. Personally for me, i suddenly started to get over...
Hi Nanners, wow as if you're not dealing with enough already. Good luck today. Praying for you and sending positive thoughts your way... i remember when my mam had a scare and i cried uncontrollably...
Nanners - i know the risks involved in not being on maintenance meds. I just wish i had been put on them after my 1st surgery 10 yrs ago or had understood this disease back then. I really was...
Zanne - i will look into trying another probiotic. Here in Ireland there is not alot of choice in healthfood shops when it comes to probiotics. That's why i was pushing my GI for the VSL3. I might...
Hi Roni, well i would imagine once the stricture is sorted out through surgery, then you should be fine taking the Cholestyramine for D. I'm guessing if you had D after the ileocecal valve was...
Nanners/Cupcakespinkgal - i am starting to wonder if the VSL3 is making things worse. I was really hoping it would help with the bloating & discomfort. Maybe it's just not for me! I'll have to look...
Isergodur, Just wondering what your symptoms were before going on Humira, and does it eliminate these symptoms? Do you suffer from fatigue whist taking it?...
Nanners - thanks for that info. I have an appt with my GI nxt week and will inquire about Cipro. Did it eliminate your bloating & D? Also i started on VSL3 about a month ago and it seems to be making...
Just wondering what my best option is as i am at an age where my partner and i would like to start a family. I had surgery of my terminal ileum 10 yrs ago and was never put on maintenance meds since...
Hi Roni, I had the same surgery as you had 1st time. Ileocecal valve removed. However i never had formed BMs since my surgery. Went back to having frequent D and i thought i'd have it for the rest of...
Hi Bev, Thanks so much that's great to know. Now i have something to throw back at the docs when they look at me like i'm speaking another language!!. Thanks a mill, Lila...
Oh Crohnielass, i have just noticed that you take VSL3. Can i ask whether you were able to get a prescription for that or did you have to buy it over the internet. I am getting so tired of my GP and...
Hi Crohnielass, I am in Ireland and i'm having terrible trouble getting Questran and lately Lomotil has been hard to get also. I cannot eat a thing without my sachet of Questran everyday and my...
Hey crohnniegurl97, Just wanted to let you know my situation as it is similar in a small way. Since i had my resection in 99' i was never put on maintenance meds - even to this day! Although i was...
mmm interesting. I firmly believe crohn's is bacteria related and think the MAP Theory makes alot of sense. Prof John Hermon Taylor sounds like a fascinating guy. I would love to find out more about...
Fantastic news Sniper :-) Marshmallow centres are GRREAT, it's lovely to hear about relationships not only standing the test of time but getting stronger with time also. But delighted to hear the...
Mouth, I agree with mdf34 - i have a definite diagnosis of crohns yet never once have blood tests showed up any signs. And if it's in the small bowel, chances are nothing will show up on the other...
Hi Cat Eyes, I agree with spookyhurst - Cholestyramine is something which may put an end to your D. I had similar surgery with ileocecal valve removed & the D seemed to be the same as before surgery....
Hiya, I see you are in Northern Ireland. I had the pill cam done in Dublin (Tallaght Hospital) so i'd presume they do it in Northern Ireland also. If not, Dublin is only a couple of hours away. You...
I was told to take 2 a day but 1 works just fine for me. I have to take it in the morning 1 hour before i eat or else.... But once i take one in the morning, it does me just fine for the whole day....
Hi Concernedparent, I can completely relate to your son's situation. I was very angry and upset that i had to have open surgery & a scar at 18. I also tried to keep the whole thing a secret apart...
Prayers and positive thoughts coming your way! Really hope everything goes well for you :-)...
ChronieToo: thanks for the explanation on end to end & side to side resections. Writer: i guess you're right, it'd be better to get into the best shape possible before pregnancy and just hope that...
Thanks for the responses guys. Nanners: you're right about the maintenance meds, that's why i'm in this situation 10 years later as my last GI just put me on Questran after my resection and never...
Hi lilchronieUK, I also take Questran & Lomotil. The Questran i have to take for the rest of my life as my ileocecal valve was removed when i had my resection. But i found nothing really worked for...
Hi Lorraine, very best wishes with your resection. I hope it makes a huge difference to your quality of life and that you'll feel much better. I could be looking at a second surgery - also at...
Hi everybody, I had my 1st surgery in 1999 - to my terminal ileum with ileocecal valve removed etc. Now on Questran only and Lomotil for really bad days. I recently had a capsule endoscopy in which...
Hi FunGuy, I would strongly advise that you go for the capsule endoscopy. I know the pill looks quite big but it's very easy to swallow. I had all of the other tests but because my disease is in the...
Hiya, I would also advise you to try Questran - if the ileocecal valve was removed in your resection then there is a good chance Questran will work for you. I had the same symptoms until my GI...
Hi all, I am just looking for some advice in relation to Humira. I recently discovered there is a small amount of inflammation in my intestines - near the point where i had my surgery(10 yrs ago). I...
Hey Curly, Never give up in love or in health!! I know how you feel, i was pretty bad in the confidence levels all my life plus i didn't get out much with the crohns. Only in the last few years have...
Hi guys, Well i had severe crohns for about 6/7 years to the point where i had no control of my intestines - i'm sure you all know what i mean by that. It was living hell so when they finally...
Hi MMMNAVY, I am truly sorry to hear that. My thoughts are with you, i hope you find strength in this awful time. Hugs & prayers, Lila...
Hi There powertoolguy, I too developed this disease around 12 yrs of age. And what i had was a severe case. Constant pain and D no matter what i ate. My life became miserable and i wasn't diagnosed...
Hi Andorable, I am taking Questran for the reason you stated. I have been taking it everyday since my surgery 9 years ago. It has been a lifesaver for me. I thought my surgery hadn't been successful...
Hi Stephx, I think you should def try the Questran if nothing else works. I was the same after my surgery of the ileum. They removed the ileocecal valve, and because of this i was having constant D...
Hi Stephx Sorry to hear you are going through this. The same thing happened to me after surgery but you should read ski bum's post again. As soon as i started taking Questran/Cholestyramine the D...
Hi Spiceman, I have the same problem. My GI put me on Imuran & Entocort but unfortunately neither helped. I suffer with bloating to the point of looking 7 months pregnant even if i eat a slice of...
Hi guys, Quick question in relation to fistulas. Basically i have never had one but i am curious as to the symptoms in the early stages of a fistula. Is it very gradual or a sudden thing. And how are...
Hi Crazy Harry, Well i must say i had the same problem with D after my resection (in which the ileocecal valve was removed). I tried everything but the only thing that worked for me was...
Thanks guys, i was starting to wonder was it just because i'm hitting 30 next year or worse still was there some sort of growth in my tummy because the weight gain is only in the tummy area and yes...