Thanks for the advice. I wasn't sure what to expect. :). Right now it hurts more in my back then the breasted bone. Just burping hurts. :(...
Has anyone had an EGD done for strictures in the esophagus? I'm having one done on Jan 7th because I'm having problems eating and drinking. Curious to know if my throat will be very sore afterwards....
Has anyone with Crohn's had pain in the esophagus? I know it can affect us from the esophagus to our bum. For the past couple days it has felt like I have something in my throat. I can eat and drink...
Sorry your husband has both. Crohn's is bad enough without adding in the UC. It seems now a days most insurances won't let you go straight for a biologic. You have to try all the other medications...
I have IC and Crohns also. Elmiron was what I was taking for my IC and it worked great. I can no longer take that because I also have a chronic liver disease. My Urogolist put me on Amitriptyline...
I have been taking Humira since Oct 2013. It has worked amazing for me. I've not had any side effects from it. Hope whichever you choose works for you....
Help!!.. I have Crohns and have been in remission since Nov of '14. This past couple weeks the corners of my mouth have started to split and i have a sore on the back of my tongue. They are so...
My GI had me drinking 2 Boost shakes a day for about 8 months. I was drinking it for the protein. I was drinking it during a really rough time....
My GI told me absolutely not when I asked about getting a tattoo. I am taking Humira for my Crohns and I also have PSC. He asked me if the risk of infection was worth getting one. It's not to me....
Hi Sherry. I have Crohns and PSC. My GI found my PSC from the results of all the changes in my lab work. Was diagnosed with Crohns in '13 and PSC in '14. I was very sick during that time and had tons...
Hi Emily.. I have PSC and Crohns. Was diagnosed with PSC in 4/13. My liver function is "normal for me" as my Dr says. I am doing really well right now....
Mine was diagnosed from the bladder scope. it showed several very angry looking spots on the bladder wall....
Definitely see a Urologist. I have IC, Interstitial Cystitis, along with my Crohns and PSC. I felt like I constantly had a UTI. Antibiotics did nothing for it. I dealt with this for several years...
This is going to sound crazy and make you wonder why someone would even think about eating something that had been known to bother them. I am so hungry for a taco salad. Fresh veggies has always been...
I worked for a home health agency for a couple of summers. At that time my Crohns was really bad. I was working with clients in a 7 story high rise appts. It was horrible when I was in the laundry...
I have had B12 injections every month for 2 years. I can definitely tell when it's time to get another one. My booty is dragging. :)...
All GIs are different. Mine told me he gives it 3 months to start working then will adjust the dose. I was very lucky, I started feeling better after my first loading dose. Hope Humira starts working...
I am lucky. I have my GIs cell phone number and can call or text anytime I have a question. I love my GI. :)...
I have taken Welchol for almost 2 years. My Gi prescribed it for me when I had my gallbladder removed. I started off taking 2 tablets 3 times a day. He has lowered the dose over time to where I take...
You should definitely call your GI. When I was first diagnosed I was very sick. Nothing he gave me worked. I ended up in the hospital for 5 days to have IV meds....
To be considered in remission do you have to be drug free? I am taking Humira and it works awesome for me. I haven't had any Crohns related problems since starting it. Would it still be considered in...
My husband was sick over the weekend with sinus, cough and congestion. He went to the Dr as soon as it started because of my immune system on Humira. I started in yesterday with a low grade fever and...
That is the one food I miss the most. :(...
You can Google it and get quite a bit of information. I did because I had never heard of it. Hope you get it under control soon. :)...
Hi Christina. My GI likes to see results within 3 months. I felt so much better after my loading dose. For me it has been a miracle drug. Hope you start feeling better soon. :)...
My Dr has prescribed me Tramadol to take when I get a big headache....
I see a retina/vitreous specialists for some eye issues. I asked him if my problems can be caused from my Crohns. He said no. If Crohns is going to affect your eyes it's inflammatory issuses not...
I have horrible dry mouth. Have been using prescription toothpaste but nothing I have tried yet helps. My tongue gets really sore and cracks. I would really like to know more what causes it and what...
Had an awesome check up yesterday from my GI. My Crohns and PSC are doing great. I was talking to him and told him I am more afraid to leave my house then I was before I was treated for my Crohns and...
I have Crohns and had my gallbladder removed on August of 13. My GI absolutely hates to remove them from Crohns and UC patients because we are going to the restroom so much anyway. He put me on...
When I was first diagnosed with Crohns I was taking 15 different meds which was a total of 32 pills a day plus a B12 injection. 4 of those are for different conditions. Now I take 7 different ones...
No question is a stupid question. My GI tells me that all the time. I would say no. To me internal bleeding is like your spleen, blood pulling up in the abdomen that requires surgery to stop....
Hope you have a speedy recovery.. Hospitals can be scary no matter what your age (48 and still get scared).. Don't hesitate to ask for pain meds.. Never feel like you're a bother.. The nurses are...
Crohns can affect you from your esophagus to your bum. You can also have inflammation in the eyes, skin and joints. I have confirmed Crohns since April '13. Hurt for many years before being...
If your having trouble breathing you need to go to the ER ASAP!!!!!...
I would definitely stop if that's what your GP recommended. 6MP totally did a number on my liver. I ended up in the hospital.for 3 weeks because I was so sick. Hope your Crohns responses to different...
I've never heard of it. That's a lot to purchases without tasting it first. :)...
Have you tried going off Asacol before? I was on Asacol for a year then my GI had me start reducing it. I haven't had any for about 8 months and fill fine. I told him I thought it was a maintenance...
My GI had me drinking boost shakes twice a day for the protein and nutritional values. I loved the strawberry and chocolate ones....
My GI explains it as starting with the BB gun which is Asacol HD. Then the cannon which is 6MP. Then the battleship which is Humira. You can't use the battleship without first firing the BB gun. I...
I belive mine is the combine of Humira and a chronic liver disease. Most of the medications a Dentist uses is metobalized in the liver....
I have Crohns and PSC. I am on Humira. I had a tooth with a crown that broke and my dentist wouldn't pull it because the healling process would be long and the chance of infection is to high. He put...
If your power goes out things will stay cold if the refrigerator is kept closed. It takes quite awhile for the temp to start rising. :)...
I haven't tried anything I know I can't eat. I was diagnosed in April 2013 with Crohns. I would kill to have popcorn, corn and a salad. I also can't have dairy. I so want a bowl of cereal and some...
Not meaning to be rude but why are you asking people with Crohns if you don't have Crohns...
I am lactose intolerant also. My Gi said I could have cheese as long as it isn't processed cheese. You can have block cheese ex. Chedder, long horn cheese. As long as you shread it yourself. You can...
Wear those scars with pride. It lets you know your a survivor and you're fighting everything that comes your way. I have about a 10inch scar on my leg from a tumor that was removed years ago plus...
I think I am getting c diff again. The first time I did I was in the hospital for 5 day, but I was pretty sick then. I don't feel as had now. I was wondering if you are always in the hospital because...
Hi. I have been on Humira for 8 months. I had shoulder or a bit longer hair. My hair starting falling out and looked like dry hay. I tried every shampoo that was recommended. Nothing was working. I...
I needed that Saturday. Was so darn mean to everyone. I even made my youngest daughter who is 21 cry. It was like since I am in a mood and crying someone else needs to also. I blame a lot on the...