What stray dog said. I’ve been wiped out and feeling bad and after blood work found my vitamin d was low. Agreed b and iron levels checked those are the three that could have this kind of impact....
SugarMarie wrote: "Good luck and as the saying goes when the right one comes there will be nothing that can keep you apart . Just don't change and don't beg . You are not damaged goods . Everyone has...
Just found this quote kind of felt it applied. I'm not making light of what you are going thru just putting some perspective on your fears. "Be careful about reading health books. You may die of a...
I want to expand on my response later but just wanted to take a moment to thank you all for taking the time to give some valued feedback. So helpful. John...
It looks like you are getting some decent feedback from good people on this site. I really think you need to cut back on doing the Web MD stuff where everyone is self diagnosing probably creating...
Ummm the dr says everything looks great?? Was he even there? Sounds like you've got a few things going on there that would suggest that the scope might have gone well but the results are a bit less...
If it's narrowing due to a stricture or scar tissue that doesn't allow normal flow than yes constipation can result. Usually accompanied by bloating, gas, narrow stools. Btw I like your name....
Hi All - So I'm curious how others handle dating and Crohns. I've recently become single and for the last 5 years I've been with the same person that knew my situation and has seen me thru the ups...
I have been taking a pill that has a number of anti inflammatories for a few months. It's definately helped with other areas of inflammation but not sure it's impact on my gut. Other issues I was...
I've been on pred a few times in the distant past and I don't recall the mind fog. I do recall the emotional rollercoaster tho. That stuff definately messed with my emotions. Yeah battling the Crohns...
Gumbys suggestion sounds right. Just wanted to say that I hope you find relief in whatever option presents itself. I can totally understand the comment of "being sick and tired of being sick and...
I recall being itchy around my shot area when I was on humira. Are you on any painkillers? Tramadol caused me to itch....
Well at least you are done with the scope. One step closer to resolution I hope. Hopefully the new med will settle some of the inflammation at least....
Ok first off..... Daaaannnggggg!! I wouldn't even know where to start in trying to unravel your puzzle. I have to say the best part of that story is the part where you said you would never give up....
Hi Libra- just read your post and I'm sorry that you are going thru so much. Just wanted to see how you were doing and if there are any updates. Hope you are finding some relief....
Hi I just read this post and wanted to just say I hope things went well today and that the scope (s) were not too bad and that you find out what's going on so you can get to feeling better....
Sounds like your on your way to getting things figured out. That's good and I hope you are feeling better as well....
Well from what it sounds like at least you are feeling better? I too seem to flare during the holidays. I tend to identify the holidays with a certain amount of stress which in turn has an impact on...
I would add lemon lime kool aid hold my nose and drink it thru a straw. It is brutal no doubt. They used to have tablets you could take which was much better as you can imagine but my dr stopped due...
Hi David what is the brand name of the item you are taking. I'd prefer to take a higher dose if the benefit is that much more. Thanks for your info and research....
I've been taking inflamma-less by Irwin which contains a number if things turmeric and bioperine and it's really helped inflammation in other parts of the body so I totally recommend it for that now...
Sucks that you are going thru so much just wanted to take a moment to wish you the best and hope things work out for the better....
First off sorry to read that you are having problems, especially problems ya can't figure out. There isn't much that can be more frustrating. I was thinking did they rule out it being a swollen lymph...
I'd ask that question to your doc explaining that you would prefer to wean and what he/she suggests?...
Looks like you've had alot bs to deal with. I'm sorry that your cup runneth over in the health challenges department. Certainly none of us deserve any of this and no doubt you have more than most...
I think that's somewhat normal for those that have chronic conditions that can't seem to be diagnosed. I'm sure you are tired of riding the rollercoaster and I would think that finding an answer...
Whatever the outcome is please post the results. I too have some very small whitish spots on one side and coincentally have had a sore neck and throat now for about a month. I've taken amoxicilin...
I would totally suggest that the next time you do the prep ask if you can do the one where you take pills and drink them down with water. Im sorry I forget their name(someone mentioned visicol??) but...
Yeah first suggestion is to find another doctor. I'm surprised that they haven't at this point suggested a scope. Something's not right if the GP isn't willing to refer you to a GI for that since...
Best wishes to you and a quick recovery. I think you are doing it right by making sure you have the right tools to get thru your hospital stay. It's nice to have a few pleasantries while you are in...
I did notice minimal hair loss when I was on humira. that was the only side effect I recall. It did give me my life back tho. Complete remission. In the meantime i was busy screwing it up by going...
Although I am not a frequent flyer on this board I know that I can come on here any time and find answers, comfort and empathy. I hope you can find some relief and cross a couple of those items off...
Sorry to read that you've clearly been thru a lot. I don't have any suggestions but just wanted to say that I hope you find some relief soon. I agree with the suggestion of getting a second opinion....
Everyone has different perspectives on how it impacts them. Some think it may be trivial but that's an opinion the other may not share. Not your place to decide....
I feel your pain. A few years ago I was put on a somewhat high doseage of prednisone and while I was on it i started having warts pop up on my hands. It was probably one of the hardest things I went...
Been there with the sleeping in the upright position thing. Gotta find the position that is most comfortable otherwise sleep is a luxury....
Never heard that fiber would help Crohns. ; )...
Interesting that you should ask. Humira stopped working and so I switched to Remicade. I don't recall exactly how long I was on Remicade, maybe several months or so and I ultimately developed a fever...
Welcome back? I feel weird saying that since we are here due to this DD not because we are talking about our favorite hobbies or something. In any case it's a great place for support. Welcome!...
A few years ago I was on Humira and I have to say it helped me for a year or two. It didn't take long until I felt normal. No pain, no bloating, solid bms. I had my life back. I used the pens to...
Sorry to hear what you are up against. Your story sounds familiar in that I too took Humira and Remicade that did work to a point but ultimately stopped working. I also got to the point that I did...
I had surgery a year ago march and they did a couple resections removing my terminal ileum and appendix in the process. I think I could probably count the number of solid bms I've had over the last...
I had a fever when I was on remicade and it turned out I had an abscess. I'm sure if you had an abscess it would have been noted by now. Just a thought....
location before diagnosis- C location during diagnosis- C Current location- C I'm not seeing a pattern here...yet....
It's been so long since I was taking Humira I don't recall the specific dosage and such. Sorry. I do know that it worked for me for about a year. The first few months were great and I felt completely...
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I would totally suggest if possible getting something I believe it was called Osmoprep. It's actually in pill form and you do have to take like 20 pills over an hour period and chase it with a glass...
I was on Remicade before and it did help for some time. Not that it helps but I think I was having significant issues that wouldn't be fixed by the Remicade but I do believe it worked well. I do...
I'm not positive but my brother used charcoal tablets because things were a bit loose down there and that seemed to help him. Something about it absorbing toxins. Glad to hear that you found some...