Yes, they would be able to do the remicade using the port. It makes it so much easier. I would talk to your GI Doc first since they tend to know more of what you have to go through with crohns....
I have had a port for many, many years. It does make blood draws and IV's easier. You do have to take special care of it. Making sure to get it flushed with heprin at least every six weeks when not...
Welcome to the Forum. You will find a great support system here....
Welcome to healingwell, you will find a wealth of information here....
Ivy, I completely understand there are so many days where I have so much pain, fatigue and just so depressed that I can not even get out of the bed or if I do manage to get up seems I make it to the...
Welcome to the site, You will find alot of information and support here. I was on Remicade for ten years with no problems at all. I just recently went off it because it was losing its effect on me....
Welcome to the site. You will find a lot of information here as well as a great support system. I really can't help with this situation other than to say that when we are given Imuran it is in a much...
I have been going through the same thing now for 2 months. Had the Ct scan and the Dr said that I had alot of narrowing at the site of my previous resection. The intestines were really inflammed...
I have actually have had two ports. You will be so happy to not have to be stuck a million times. It will make taking blood or recieving medicines through IV so much better. I assume that you will...
I haven't heard of it personally, but I am interested in learning more about it. My B levels are extremely low all the time. Do you need a script for these or are they OTC?...
That does sound yummy! Last year I bet I ate those pumpkin pancakes at IHOP at least four times a month. That was my treat....
Thank you all for your valuable input. Talk with my attorney today and we are doing an appeal for a hearing with a judge. I know it will probably be a long process. I really wish I was still able to...
Thank you tsitodawg, that is alot of useful information. I really appreciate everyones input....
Do you mean insurance doesn't fully cover your remicade? If so, have you looked into the remistart program? Remistart will help pay for part of the medication. Hope you get to feeling better soon. :)...
I am currently going through a very bad flare and my doctor put me on 1000mg a day of flagyl and a 1000mg a day of Cipro. as well as VSL3 and pain Medicine every 4 hours. I also am doing a clear...
Thanks Tara26. I did give them all of that and also the doctor that SS had evaluate me also said that I was unable to work as well as my doctor. Trying to stay positive as I have heard that it takes...
Thanks Nanners and Tara28 for your replies. I am in the United States and am applying for Social Security Disability and have been denied twice. I have severe Crohns disease, Fibro, Myofascial Pain...
Welcome to the site. It is a great resource and support group. if you are hurting when you eat I would suggest trying a clear liquid diet until you can see your GI doctor or talk to them on the...
Just wondering how many with crohn's has gotten disability and how long did it take? How many times were you denied?...
Hope your son feels better really soon....
I was on remicade for ten years and as long as I wasn't flaring I could eat pretty much what I wanted. Like tsitadawg said it is very expensive, mine was $10,000 for each infusion before insurance....
I too have a problem with blood clots and I had to have three stents put in. They are in the Superior Vena Cava area. I am on coumindin for life also. my doctor is really good about going over the...
You might have tapered off the last 10mgs too fast. My doctor cuts it down by 2mg every few weeks. I would give your doctor a call and let them know your symptoms and and see what is going on....
Had one when they were still trying to figure out my diagnoses for crohns. But things improved some afterwards. Good Luck to you...
Bosoxx, By chance is it a Port-a-cath? I have a port-a-cath and they use it for TPN when I need it and also for blooddraws and remicade infusions. It is the best thing I have had done. It is an easy...
Jigsaw puzzles are good at passing time also...
Hello... I am new to this forum.....but I read on the crohns forum all the time as I do have crohns. A couple months ago I was having a problem with my arms and legs feeling like they were going to...
Sorry you are feeling so poorly. But you do need to call your call about the bleeding...if you can;t get a hold of your doctor please go to the emergency room. Hope you feeling better soon....
You, your family and your mom are in my prayers.... I pray that God will be done and that His loving arms and peace will surround you all in this difficult time. (((((((((hugs to you)))))))))...
Happy New Year! Wow that is one heck of a long time. May 2009 bring you many blessing and good health....
Jenn, Your not a failure, and your not alone. Alot of us chronnies feel the same way. I couldn't believe the relief and help I got from just taking a small dose of antidepressant and I always have...
I was having a problem with dehydration also and my GI doctor suggested that I start drinking the new Vitamin water that is out. I really like it they have several different kinds. The XXX is my...