Sorry to hear you are going through this. Hang onto hope, I do feel things can improve. Maybe no cure, but many things we can do to support ourselves in healing May I ask what kind of symptoms you...
Hi Uniform Charlie, do you notice any incintinence related issues when 'on guard' and if so how do you handle? I had this issue after having an abscess/fistula form. My PT said it is because I am...
Glad Culturelle is helpful for you. I tried it recently and ended up switching to renew life extra care 50 billion which has been helpful...
I am so glad you found relief! I hope this issue will go away! Thank you for sharing. With my issue I took pain medicine the first day and a few sitz baths during which much drained out. I was no...
This helps and actually is timely as I still need to make a decision though very soon Was there signs that there was internally an abscess? I have been in less pain and think there is less swelling...
i hear ya...
i use biotics research liquid d, works well. i place it under tongue, and try to take with a meal that i have had fat during...
thanks BRelaxed. i will check into my state programs. just started a new thread, but thought i would post here in case anyone has support....
i am not sure, but i also have experience recently what i think could be joint pain. it occurs intermittently, i do not have any swelling. i heard boswellia is good for this. also curcumin (see...
do you have another dr (ie primary care) that maybe will help in the interim? hope it works out ok....
Hello! I have had a horseshoe fistula, with two openings on the left side, for past year. The right side has a short tract (which based on an mri 7 weeks ago, was becoming shorter). However, in past...
sorry you are going through this. sitz baths, and rotating seton back and forth halfway though, to make sure its drainning... brings me some relief hope you feel better soon....
BRelaxed would you be able to suggest a reputable place to obtain it? Any side effects?...
BRelaxed, thanks so much for the suggestion. Does it have an antiinflammatory benefit? Any concerns with using it just for short intervals? I don't have a diagnosis of crohns (GI workup is negative),...
Thanks to all of you for the feedback. Yes, I feel frustrated and saddened by the lack of a good option also. There are so many natural alternatives online to advil, which I am grateful exist. Would...
My CRS said ok to alternate with tylenol/ibuprofen intermittently. Las time this resolved it within 2-3 days, hope it works this time. I called GI but no advice was provided, he said we could talk in...
good stuff but i think you have to be careful not to get too much vit A I heard? could be wrong...
D is important for so many things, think it would be worth it if you can afford it!...
I am unsure of what I can use for pain relief that will not affect GI system? Background: I have a horseshoe fistula. The left side where there is opening is doing ok, but there is a short tract on...
I have had loose bowel (typically 1-3/ day) for past couple years since a trip to India. No parasites found. I have been on low fodmap diet for past few months and now have typically 1 bowel movement...
I know this is not what was asked about, but wanted to mention boswellia, as I heard it has strong anti inflammatory effects Sorry you are going through this, it's a tough decision. Best wishes to you...
I see there is an assistance program for VSL3 for UC. Anyone know if there is one for this with other types of IBS/IBD?...
Anyone treat themselves for leaky gut and go and stay in remission? Heard a Dr Axe seminar today on this area... Very inspiring...
Happy for you! It also feels nice to hear positive news on this forum. Blessings...
Thanks Labradorite. How often do Drs typically recommend to monitor with a colonoscopy?...
Bania, Labradorite Your posts and experiences are helpful. Is Humira something that can be restarted if it is stopped? I understand remicade is risky to stop and restart, my Gi mentioned the body can...
hmm... great q's. hopefully someone else here will have ideas. good idea to ask your doc too, and perhaps getting another opinion....
Thank you HabsHockeyFan...
Am sorry I don't know how to guide you but hope someone else will be able to. Sending my best wishes to your friend for a healthy recovery....
A couple people recommended to take probiotics at night so it can work on your body as you sleep. 1 hour before or 2 hours after any antibiotics when applicable...
Hearing the mention of burping makes me wonder if you could have a stomach acid issue. I also sometimes have belching. My pcp told me to try one teaspoon of aloe Vera gel after each meal....
Have they figured out cause for anemia? Low b12/iron? I heard chlorophyll can also help, talking to a friend yesterday her son has been able to manage sickle cell anemia with green smoothies and...
Pb4 can you help me to understand what is defined by ibs?...
I used hemaplex in the past, brought iron levels up. Blackstrap molasses too...
Labrodorite How long has it been since the fistula closed? Did you have setons, and were able to remove them while on humira? How are you keeping yourself in remission? Diet?...
My GI said if you stop Remicade it might not work again if you need it later... So would definitely think it was through...
HabsHockeyFan, how did you manage to clear your fistula, without medicine?...
BRelaxed, I don't appreciate your comment. I came here for resources and support, and how to help myself heal... sounds like people are here attacking each other......
Nice Cup of Tea - were there any signs (outside of symptoms) that things were getting worse? CRP levels, or other blood markers? Or stool tests?...
Jen77 Sorry to hear your situation has been so hard. But I do hear of others that have seemed to manage and be ok with holistic methods ( diet, finding allergies etc) so perhaps each persons source...
Glad it's been helpful for you and appreciate your sharing, best wishes...
Kevin, sending you a hug. Wish you the best, and hope someone is able to answer your q adequately...
I have heard good things about Scd diet, am currently on low fodmap diet. Also read about someone who with if that is doing great on mostly raw foods (blended). I find probiotics and enzymes to be...
The wound care dr and nurse looked at it at a separate facility and did not think it was infected, hence confusion...
Be careful not to strain. Good tips on Listentoyourgut .com or Google regarding using a stool etc. best wishes...
Hi.. I am feeling mentally exhausted thinking about this and hoping someone can give me clarity I had plug surgery for anal fistula a few weeks ago I went to dr for follow up yesterday and she said...
Happy it worked out. Speaking of anxiety, which is a challenge for me... I just started doing this meditation again and find it helpful Www.ishakriya.org...
Hi Texxika, I can understand your frustration, that is a challenging situation, but feel that you have the intelligence and strength to overcome. I have been struggling as well and recently watched...
Thanks Eridon. Do you have any experience with Mayo clinic in Jacksonville Fl? It would be Much easier for me to travel there due to relatives in the area but not sure on whether resources are as...
Thanks Eridon Do you feel it was worth the investment to go there for a second opinion? How long did it take to schedule?...