My RV fistula is still with me and yes after several attempts to find the tract my docs both colo-rectal surgeon and my uro-gyno doc could only find what they think is the opening of the tract but...
Yes, Yes, Yes I have not had to take any GERD meds since I had the Nissen. They only thing that bothers me is some foods are difficult to swallow, so I try to avoid those. It has been 1 1/2 years...
I have had two EUA's for my recto-vaginal fistula that STILL eludes us. They were quite easy. I did have some prep the night before, but was under general anesthesia for both. I did feel like maybe...
I wish I could offer advise, but instead i am sending hugs, hugs, hugs, to you!! I had to leave teaching, which I loved, several years ago because I just could not give 100% ( or even 80%) anymore...
Sunshine and warm weather just sounds sooo good right now!!! Glad you had a great time!! And welcome back!!! Anne...
In response to the epidural for pain, I have insisted on them for the last two abdominal surgeries. The first time they inserted the epidural while I was in surgery so absolutely no pain or knowledge...
Hi Vickster!! No, I am in the US in Oregon. We have some great docs both here and up north in Portland. I also visited the Cedars Sinai Hospital in LA last summer and that is where I received the...
I can certainly sympathize with you!!! I have only had colonic inertia problems for 3 years but I have reached my limit. I am tired of all of the laxatives, all different kinds and forms,!!! After...
My doc always puts me in hospital the day before surgery for my bowel prep. I have so many problems with nausea and this way i can get IV zofran while doing the prep, he also KNOWS that I have...
Thank you all for such wonderful insight!!! I will be seeing my PCP soon and we will address these issues and see if we can find the cause. I do like that neurontin takes the pain away and I can...
White Beard, Thank you so much for replying!!! Yes, I have chronic pain from back problems, Crohn's, and neuropathy in my legs. I will be seeing my PCP soon and will discuss the side effects, he...
I was just wondering if anyone on this forum has had problems using neurontin and having lung congestion when waking in am? I have reduced the strength from 600mg to 400mg and still have the...
I have been using Humira for 3 years. 2 months ago my GI suggested I take my injections every ten days because of a flare I have been having since July. about a month ago I began noticing red spots,...
I have been on Humira for three years. I used my thighs for the first year or so, alternating sides and locations. I now use my stomach, you can use the area all around the belly button, and I...
Loved mine, I had them for the last two resection surgeries. You do have to have a catheter in while epidural is in, but you can still walk just fine, just have to carry a little extra!! I would not...
No, but I have had other procedures done there and was very satisfied with the results and the quality of Dr.s there!! Hope this helps, and good luck on the Nissen surgery. I had it done one year ago...
I don't know Dr. Vasilauskas, but Judith Collins is my doc at OHSU and she referred me to Cedars!! What a small world!! I really like Dr. Collins, but she only does office visits on Mondays and she...
suzi322: No, my Dr. @ OHSU wanted me to see Dr. Pimental but he is no longer taking new patients so I saw several of his colleagues whom he has trained, Dr. Chang, Dr. Soffer, and radiologist Dr....
I did the sitz marker test this summer. I swallowed the capsule on a Wednesday, was told not to use ANY type of laxatives, and then went in the next Monday for an x-ray. I asked to look at the x-ray...
I have been seeing the docs at OHSU for 10 years. Then this summer they referred me to the GI motility clinic at Cedars Sinai in LA. I hope the docs in Portland have been able to help a little. I was...
I agree, even though there really is no taste it is very hard for me to get down!!! I tend to mix it up a little and use water with one glass, juice with the next glass, maybe crystal light the next...
So sorry for her loss!! She will be in my prayers!...
I have recently seen a physiatrist and a neurologist. It was the neurologist that looked up my medications and told me that crestor and humira both can cause neuropathy symptoms. He did not know if...
Again, thanks so much for all of the information. It all helps soooo much!!! I found that I had Neurontin from several years ago. My doc must have prescribed it for some of my pain. Anyway I took one...
It has been awhile since my B12 was checked, I will ask at my next appt. I developed serum sickness after trying Remicade, so it is out of the question. My GI and I think there is a flare going on,...
Just wondering if anyone has experienced pain, numbness, tingling, and ataxia of the extremlities after taking Humira? I have been on Humira for over 3 years and over the last year the neuropathy has...
I agree with Nanners the pill cam will see all of the small intestine, whereas the scope usually only sees a very small portion if any of the small int. Pill cam was what finally found my stricture...
The GI docs here in my town only use propofol for scopes. I never wake up during the procedure, and when done there is no groggy feeling. It has made the scopes so much easier to tolerate, now if...
One thing i found wonderful was to request an epidural for the pain after surgery. Had to have catheter in while on it but at least I was not running to the bathroom constantly since all you get for...
My GI doc has never checked levels in the 3 years on Humira. Luckily my PCP checks all blood work every 3 months and my Hemotologist checks iron, ferritin, and CBC every 6 months, now every 3 because...
I went from D to constipation several years ago. I am only able to have bm's with strong laxatives. My bowels just quit!! Went to GI Motility clinic at Cedar's Sinai this summer found I have colonic...
I have the same problem. Bruises last for weeks, and I get bruises much easier than ever before. IV sticks leave huge bruises and also take forever to go away!!!...
Hi Leslie!! No, I see Dr. Kim Lu a colo-rectal surgeon there at OHSU. I have been happy with his help in other areas, so I plan to discuss surgery possibility with him, I trust his opinion. I also...
Thanks to all that have given me more information and support while I make a difficult decision. I think when I am well informed and confident I will be able to make the right choice. Thanks for...
I am new on this board, usually on the Crohn's message board. After 2 1/2 years of chronic constipation, no BM with out strong laxatives, I went to Cedars Sinai this summer for a full motility...
I think it has been a few years, but yes i saw Anne of Green Gables. I think I read the book first though : ) God Bless G20man!...
You will get through the test just fine!! Keep a good sense of humor and have the radiologist explain everything ahead of time, exactly what he will do. I had this test done in July and was dreading...
I live in Oregon and have gone to a colo-rectal surgeon at OHSU in Portland. He is located with the digestive health department there. There may be several other surgeons in the practice also. My GI...
I also had to stop because I developed pancreatitis....
When I was referred to Mayo Clinic in AZ I was treated by Dr. Leighton. He performed the double balloon endoscopy which at that time was only done at a few locations on the west coast. I was very...
I developed chronic pancreatitis years ago and the only thing my GI could link it to was the azathioprine I had taken for several months. I now list the drug as one I have reaction to and will not...
I want to thank all that have replied to my post. These options that have worked for you just may work for me!! I hope so!! I will keep you posted, I see my main GI at Oregon Health and Sciences...
Thanks pb4, I eat prunes, but have not tried prune juice, that may be a good route to go!! I appreciate the reply and advise!! Anything to help move things along....
Nanners thank you so much for the reply! After abdominal surgery in July for a fistula I used stool softeners for about a month with no relief or help to have a BM. I take Miralax daily, but for any...
My remicade reaction started with the feeling of flu, temperature, fatigue, and sore throat. By the next day I was barely able to move or get out of bed because of the pain in my legs, back, and...
Just was wondering if anyone here has ever had problems with motility issues of the colon? I have been suffering from this for over a year and a half. It began almost overnight, after never having a...
Thanks for the reply Julia! Yes, I have had more headaches than usual for me. I just figured it was part of my seasonal allergy issues. I will keep an eye on things and if pain continues I will go...
Has anyone had their joints begin hurting since taking Humira? I have been using Humira for almost 2 years and have tolerated it well. Was on Remicade but developed extreme reaction so hence the...
To Iram: No I did not get a definitive answer. They were unable to visualize all of the bowel, so some areas are still in question. I would like to know if after several years they have made progress...