^^^^ TBH, I've read countless results from controlled studies and they side effects aren't that scary they are also very rare, the permanent ones anyway, 9/10 men avoid most if not all side effects...
NOTE: I've also posted this in the Crohn's sub forum, but I thought it would be wise to post it in the UC forum also, I apologize if it is against the rules. Does anyone know if there is any...
Does anyone know if there is any contraindications with the active ingredient of Propecia (Finasteride) and current Crohn's meds i.e Humira, Remicade, Imuran, Corticosteriods, Mesalamine? The reason...
Sorry, but there is SO MUCH BULLSHIT in this thread. http://www.ccfa.org/webcasts/Risk%20and%20BenefitsTranscript.pdf Also,...
Regarding the smokes, I hope someone has more info on whether it's "beneficial" on Crohns Colitis seeing as its limited to the large bowel similar to UC because my GI asked me to quit and gave me a...
I am. Signed. : )...
http://www.ccfa.org/webcasts/Risk%20and%20BenefitsTranscript.pdf I'll take a doctor's word over some random stories posted on this forum. Also, "As per a research findings reported in the...
I've seen quite a few posts here where people are being refused pains meds from their doctors, mostly people from North America, what the hell is up with that? The only painkillers I've ever being...
Welcome! I'm sure you'll find what your looking for here, it's a small enough forum, but with a dedicated userbase and who'll give you the best advice they can....
It seems now dual and/or monotherapy with Imuran/6-MP or Methotrexate is the way GI's are going, with the exception of insurance in North America. I posted an article if you would like to read about...
I hate long car journeys, always make me feel light headed for some reason. Like I'm on a boat on rough seas. :/...
http://www.ccfa.org/webcasts/Risk%20and%20BenefitsTranscript.pdf Thought I should post this for people hesitant about both drugs as I am one of them. :smilewinkgrin: (Possibly starting either Remi or...
Look at this video. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HlKXWGQjljI I'm sure quite a few people will laugh and say it's BS, but the majority of people with Crohns are taking their meds and living their...
Thanks, Gail. Hopefully it passes soon. Wonder how long it will last . . . . ....
I'm down to 5mg of Prednisolone after a few months on it, and the past few days I've been feeling quite tired, even when I get 8-10 hours of sleep! I feel a tad bit light headed also. Could it be my...
It takes awhile to feel like its helping rather than hindering. I was in agony for about 10-12 days then mild pain for about 4 days after I had my seton inserted, and yes it felt hard and really...
It seems obvious, yes? But after doing some research I came across a great video on YT, well two actually. It seems eventually, depending on pricing I guess, that they will be the drugs of choice for...
Currently on 100mg and doc said he might increase it to 150mg. Is that considered a high dose? Or average? I currently weigh 155lbs and I'm 5'10, if that helps in any way. Thanks in advance. :)...
Ah yes, Abscess and Fistulas! Sometimes the wound can heal to quickly and then BAM! Another Abscess. Other times, like mine, it could be a Fistula. I had three abscesses in the EXACT same place so I...
It's not death sentence, remember that. Yes, when you flare you you feel crap, but you'll eventually get back to your old self. It will take time, but have patience. Just my experience. :)...
This deserves to be bumped for us smokers, well, hopefully non-smoker. I'm into my third day into quitting my beloved cigarettes. I know how bad they are in general, but smokers tend to think "Ah,...
I never bothered to ask, but when my GI diagnosed me with Crohn's it was Crohn's Colitis which is ever so slighty different to CD in the way it manifests itself, he went on to explain, but I kinda...
I find listening to my iPod and going on long walks is great for me. Especially when it's nice and warm and/or mild out. Maybe it's all in my head but I feel it actually helps when it comes to the...
I know it's hard, but try your best to give up the smokes. They are so detrimental to Crohn's, I'm into day 3 of my attempt at kicking the habit. You gut will thank you for it in the long run. P.S I...
No idea about your blood works. But make sure your doc gives you a script for a strong painkiller, I've just started taking tramadol and my God what a miracle. I can finally walk proper now and can...
Some people on here have being on it for 10 years. It really does vary from person to person. Sorry for the vague answer....
I'm probably the only one not to know, but, YOU GOT PIGS!! Piglets are cute little things. :) Friday TLC, nursing a hangover. :( Ouch....
Not going to lie, dude. But I got 2 seton stitches inserted about 11 days ago and it's uncomfortable as hell. My surgeon said it's all part of the healing process though and that some people respond...
Yeah, I take Tylex,Tylenol in the States, when needed. Right now they're not really bothering but I know tomorrow when I wake up (It's 11:30 PM here) it will be sore for most of the day. Hopefully it...
Thanks for the advice, guys. One more question, the reason I don't think it's infection is because it only hurts when I move when I sit down or lay down it's generally OK. So my question is, can...
So I got two setons inserted for Fistulas 8 days ago and the pain they are causing is stopping me from doing anything. I'm constantly housebound because after 10-15 mins of walking, add to the fact...
Yeah, I don't know if it's a cutting seton, but I just got a letter today from the hospital and I have to go back in 6 weeks. If it where a cutting seton would they be leaving it that long? I have...
Doctor said the pain should sub side in a few days but I'm still sore, still walking like John Wayne and bored to death as it's keeping me house bound as I can't walk for 10 mins without the pain...
The funny thing is, the fistula was causing me no grief whatsoever. I was getting an abscess wound dressed daily and it wouldn't stop oozing but other than that I was fine, now with this seton in I...
Bump....
What's the difference? I had 2 setons inserted a couple of days ago and pre-op the doc said it was a "seton stitch" which from knowledge is left in to heal the fistula over a period of time. Then,...
I'm on on/off also. The thing is, smoking affects the small bowel, in a bad way, yet it relaxes the large bowel. My question is, if you have Crohns Colitis, like me, is it beneficial? Seen as it...
I just had two seton stitches for two fistulas, this was only about 3 hours ago, lol. Home now, a little discomfort, but nothing I can't tolerate....
I'll be honest, I binge on the weekend. Probably 7-8 pints of Coors Light, then onto the Vodka and Blackcurrent and then maybe Captain Morgans to finish the night .The day following St. Patrick's day...
I remember my GI mentioning that their is a perianal fistula so I'm guessing it will be similar procedure to what you had. How sore is it? Are they annoying? The drain just sitting between your butt?...
I know it sounds simple enough, but could someone with first hand experience tell a little about them? Went to see my Surgeon regarding my recent perianal abscess surgery on Friday just gone and he...
If it was "bad" why would your GI recommend it? Obviously the side effect are worrying but they are rare....
When my abcess got unbearable I just went to A&E (ER for the yanks :D) and had to get it surgically lanced in the OT. It was worth because the pain was just, OUCH!!...
Depends on how fast you heal, some people heal in month, some in 3. It's not "bad", but it's an inconvinence....
Is it really that bad?[/quote] What bad?...
Saw this devastating news, on the erh . . . . . news. First Australia and now New Zealand, absolute tragedy....
My colo-rectal surgeon told me he "tends to do as little as possible, surgically, when it comes to perianal fistulas with his Crohn's patients" They prefer using meds, I guess anyway, and see if they...
Ah welcome to the 20% group that is Crohn's Colitis. Perianal Abcess suck. I had one operated on 3 weeks ago and I'm getting daily dressings. It doesn't help that my nurse at the clinic is a fox....
My colo rectal surgeon told me they tend to do as little as possible with Crohn's patients when it comes to abcesses and fitulas because they would prefer not to throw anti biotics at us incase we...
Pickles on a Big Mac. Oh I'm drooling just thinking about it, although the hangover could be the reason as I have a serious case of the munchies. Hopefully your flare doesn't last to long. ;)...