Thanks everyone! Habs, I'll be sure to grab extra blankets and a heavy sweater....I was fine with the MoviPrep,but when I did GoLitely, I remember shaking nonstop from the cold. I *think* I might...
So...after moving, and my first GI retiring, it had been 2.5 years since my last GI appointment. (I was writing a dissertation, so I really didn't push it when my former GI's associate was willing to...
My GI referred me to canadadrugs.com. They had both generic and brand name Asacol available, the shipping was faster than I would have thought, and the customer service was pretty good. I'm now on...
The only time I've ever run into problems with Humira when traveling was when my sweet husband packed it- and took the pen *out* of the box with the prescription label, and just packed the pen in a...
So sorry for your loss. Will be keeping you in thoughts and prayers....
For those who may have missed the shooting at the University of South Carolina this week....
Radian, I had a similar situation with my insurance not covering Asacol HD. My GI referred me to Canada Drugs, where I purchased the generic mesalamine. I didn't notice any difference between it and...
Holly, I can't tolerate unfermented dairy (which is in milk or icecream) so I usually avoid all but the smallest amount of those (I may have a dish of ice cream every three months or so). Frozen...
NCOT, was today (1/18) your birthday? If so, we're birthday buddies :) I'll raise a cup of tea for you, before turning in....
Christina, when I started Humira the nurse said it would take about 6-8 weeks to see the full effects, and that was my experience. I'm sorry that you're still feeling poorly! Best wishes figuring out...
I just had all 4 wisdom teeth out while on Humira. The oral surgeon wanted a detailed account of my Crohn's history, and put me on amoxicillin to prevent infections. (And told me to consult my GI as...
I did the golytely prep for my first colonoscopy....it's not fun, but that goes without saying for a colonoscopy prep. It's not sweet, but briney. I recommend drinking it well-chilled and with a...
How are you with spicy foods, Minnie? I'm dropping a favorite curry recipe here- it's smelly and I don't eat fish often (about twice a month), but I love this when I do make it. And curry spices are...
scifi, I'm so sorry you've had such a rough year (Two years? it just doesn't seem to stop). I agree with the above- labels matter less than taking care of yourself. I think you're going to have to...
Did you use the light or the full-fat version? I don't use coconut milk that often....mainly in soups or curries, but I've never had a problem digesting it. Tasty Yummies blog has a number of coconut...
Depending on your age and how severe your Crohn's is, some docs will want you on the "big guns" quickly. It seems Asacol and diet aren't enough to control your disease right now. 6MP or Imuran be...
My GI's office handled the paperwork for getting me set up with the Humira patient assistance plan- which is amazing. Due to student health insurance, there was only one mail order specialty pharmacy...
217, when 6MP tried to kill me. My GI ordered an abdominal X-ray to make sure everything was okay, and put me on Humira immediately....
So sorry for your loss....
I've been on Humira for a little over a year now, and I love it. Giant cheesy hearts, "It's my miracle drug" "it gave me my life back", etc. When I went to my GI's office for the four-shot loading...
Chinamom, I know it's quite a drive, but I have a friend with Crohn's who has been very happy with the care she's received from the digestive disease center at MUSC in Charleston, SC (and drives two...
Anna, I was 26 (and just married!) when I was diagnosed. The following 1.5 years were a blur of never ending sickness and new treatment plans and being terrified the entire time. I had to let go of...
Thanks gumby! I went in to urgent care today, and the doc lanced the abscess. I'm not running a fever, so both urgent care and my old GI's office want me to go ahead with the Humira shot today. So...
gumby, I think it's my fault. I resurrected your old thread on cat bites rather than starting another one. (I feel like there's conflicting advice on when to start new threads vs just looking at the...
And this is me today....after our last vet visit, we've decided to start stepping up the kitties' (nonexistent) oral hygiene routine. After last night's nail trimming we started Maxiguard gel, and I...
I'm sorry, that's horrible. It seems like people think Crohn's is no big deal. Given how many medication commercials and awareness campaigns seem to focus on framing the disease as "embarrassing" and...
Rem, so sorry. I hear pred tapers are awful on their own, nevermind the employment and insurance stress. Wishing you all the best moving forward....
JaSanne, I don't know about the connection to flaring, but I'm a complete emotional wreck currently due to stress and fatigue. I've actually taken two pregnancy tests this month (in spite of using...
I'm sitting down with my morning cup (it's been a rough morning) and I realized someone else might want to know that Republic of Tea makes both a turmeric ginger green tea...
Ohmigoodness, yes to the "you've lost weight, you look great!" comments. There was an incident a few months ago when my dad was teasing my 22-year-old cousin about taking the last cookie, instead of...
When a pregnant facebook friend asks for suggestions on how to deal with nausea- and despite having never been pregnant, you have more suggestions than all her other facebook friends combined....
Sana, I'm so sorry. It takes so much to get used to stabbing yourself with sharp things. One of the best things for me has been to incorporate relaxation and self-care into my Humira shot routine. So...
NCOT, I'm so sorry this is going on. Crohn's is horrible, and it does horrible things to our thought processes. I can't tell a anymore whether I'm in denial or paranoid, and maybe those actually are...
JaSanne, I agree. There was a really unsettling episode of Raising Hope a couple seasons ago that involve a run to "raise awareness" for ABS ("angry bowel syndrome") that included a number of really...
Private Practice, Season 1 Episode 4 The doctors have four hour to diagnose a patient, before she has to go back to the mental institution, and it turns out, she's not crazy, she has Crohn's :...
First: you are the only one who can make the decisions about how to manage your disease. Educate yourself as much as possible, and find an experienced GI who you trust. (My first GI, now retired, had...
I'm inclined to agree with everyone above.... there are risks with 6MP, and any med, really. My understanding is that issues with 6MP tend to turn up relatively quickly (? I'm sure others here know...
So thankful for all the furry friends who look after us! Minnie, I love my cat too. He's a two-year-old rescue, and we've had him since he was eight months old. If I'm feeling too bad to move, he's...
Thanks for the tips everyone! Ides, I hadn't even realized you *could* get your own stylus! definitely going to look into that. And carrying paper towels is such an easy thing to do......
I've been on Humira for about six months, and it's been my miracle drug. But it looks like I could use some tips for avoiding colds/flu/other pesky bugs. I've had four colds in the past six months,...
Just wanted to say that I'll be following this thread closely...recently moved to the Chicago area, and I'm shocked that U of Chicago, Rush, and UIC all have IBD centers. (Where I lived before, there...
CA- please, please don't try to handle this on your own. You need perspective and support- preferably both from a professional and friends/family members. It might be a good idea to find a dietitian...
I'm sorry NCOT! I feel like Crohn's should be a free pass from all other chronic health issues ever (I know that's ridiculous, but that's how I feel)....
I'm with you-thinking about diet makes me want to scream and gouge my eyes out. Unfortunately, it seems to be incredibly individual. Well, really, more specific than that- there's a difference...
Jen, I sympathize! I did get my flu shot, but also just moved halfway across the country (and my wonderful former GI retired Dec 31), so I don't have a doc to call right now. I think, as of...
Be gentle with yourself right now. It's going to take a while to sort things out. Heck, you just got handed a diagnosis you'll have to deal with your whole life- I'd be worried if you weren't...
That picture is precious! I hate that things have been so tough lately, but glad that you're home and things are looking up....
I've used Tom's of Maine toothpaste the past few years-they try to make their personal care products as nontoxic as possible. I know they have a kid's strawberry flavor....a quick look at their...
Sara, I posted my Humira routine in this thread: http://www.healingwell.com/community/default.aspx?f=17&m=2915859&g=2916331#m2916331 My abdomen was a bit sore after the first dose (four shots). I'm...
Sara, I started Humira in May, after a horrible reaction to 6MP (started out as mild cold/flu-like symptoms, which over about a week progressed to extreme abdominal pain and vomiting). I was...