First resection 1972, second 1997, third 2006, and am probably looking at another in the next year due to stricture in small bowel. Ain't life grand!! But considering 40 years of dealing with...
I started having severe sinus infections while taking Cimzia. I went of for about 6 months and started back again since I had already done Remicaide and Humira. This time I have not any any side...
When I was on Humira, I gained 20 lbs. I am now on Cimzia and have gained 15 lbs. since December. It may be just the medicaiton helping and then you are able to eat more. I still have some symptoms....
Richard Bloomfeld, North Carolina Baptist Hosptial, Winston-Salem, North Carolina. I saw him for several years, but due to a a vehicle accident, I don't travel there unless I really need to. He was...
Welcome to the forum. I have had Crohn's for almost 40 years and just started developing joint pain within the last 10 years. At one point, my hands, wrists and arms were so swollen, I couldn't even...
I have been on both Humira and Cimzia. The Humira did well for almost three years and then stopped working. At that time my GI swiched me to Methotrexate and Cimzia. I only took the Cimzia for a few...
I started out with the pills, but had a major issue with nausea. The doctor then switched me to injections. This helped with the nausea. Good Luck!!...
I stared Cimzia at the end of June, 2010. By July I had a terrible sinus/upper respiratory infection that lasted until I stopped Cimzia in October (I had take 6 rounds of antibiotics, but nothing...
I have been on Cimzia since June along with Methotreate .6ml injection. I really cannot tell a difference in my symptoms. They have not stabilized since right after I had my third bowel resection in...
I began weekly injections in August 2009 after every other week since 04/07. It took a month for my symptoms to reduce. I get a month's supply at a time. I really haven't noticed any issues with the...
I have been on Humira since 04/07. It has been a life saver for me. Before Humira, I was on Remicade. It helped with the symptoms, but I had horribe reactions and had to quit. I had surgery 06/06 and...
I have had this tingling when my potassium and magnesium were low. I was having severe diarrhea and was eating very litted for over a month. In fact, it was so bad my fingers and toes actually...
Nanners, We must be thinking the same thoughts. I have also had Crohn's for over 30 years, 35 to be exact. I also have fibro, arthritis (Crohn's related), and several other health issues. I have...
I have been on Humira every other week for two years this month. I have noticed in the last 6 months or so my symptoms present after about a week. By the time I did my last injection, last night, I...
During my last big flare, I was pot. def. I had tingling on my face (especially the end of my nose), and was having severe muscle cramps to the point of not being able to walk or use my hands. My...
Princeton, West Virginia....
Here's another weight gainer. I have gained about 20 lbs. since strating Humira in 04/07. But the weight is worth it. Unlike some, I still spend a lot of time in the bathroom - 5 to 10 times a day,...
I have worked fulltime with my current employer for 32 years. While being employed here, I have had Crohn's surgery 3 times, ear surgery, c-section, hand surgery, a severe bout of arthritis in my...
Marla, Since my last surgery for Crohn's in 2006, my arthritis has been terrible. I see a Rhematologist and a GI. My Rheumy says that my arthritis is a reslt of the CD. I have a positive RH factor...
I hope is't ok to join in on your conversation. I also have fribro and meniere's. I have also had Crohn's Disease since 1972. In 1998, I had a severe meniere's attack and was in the hospital for a...
You definitely need to be tested. Before I had my first Remicade treatment, I had to have a TB test and a chest sxray. My chest xray showed a lung nodule. After the xray, I was refereed to a lung...
I also took Remicade before I started the Humira. It took about 4 months for me to see a decrease in symptoms. I still have D, and some tenderness, but the pain is not there....
Penny, When I started on Humira over a year ago, it took at least 4 months to see improvement. Just hang in there!! Susie...
Hi, I'm a 57 year old , married female who lives in West Virginia. I was diagnosed with Crohn's Disease at the age of 22, 35 years ago. I have had 3 resections and numerous blockages. My last...
I think "in remission" is different for every person. But, I also think that even when we are "in remission", we still have issues. I always have pain and tenderness in my right side. I have always...
I am have been on Humira for a little over a year and I have gained about 20 pounds....
LBJ, I was diagnosed with Crohn's Disease 34 years ago. I began having problems with arthritis 5 years ago and was diagnosed with RA. I had severe swelling in my hands, wrists, fluid on my left knee,...
Hi everyone, I am new to the forum. I was diagnosed with CD in 1972. I have have 3 bowel resections. I have taken everything there is to take for CD. I am currently on Humeria injections 40mg. every...
I have had Crohn's for 36 years. I also have been diagnosed with GERD, Fibromyalgia, Crohn's arthritis, Meniere's Disease, High Blood Pressure, and Depression....