I’m now 49 years old. I started gaining weight more than normal in ‘17. I didn’t think much of it. Then in February of ‘18 my dog knocked my feet out from under me and I ended up with 2 herniated...
I’ve had UC for 26 years and have had multiple surgeries for various things. The only issue I had is the narcotic pain medications. It can constipate you. In July I had cervical fusion surgery and...
Thanks for your reply. I have had 2 follow up appts with my neurosurgeon but I never addressed these issues because I didn’t have them when I seen him. I will bring it up to him in my appt in a...
In February of this year my dog knocked me over and turned my 2 bulging cervival discs into ruptured (C5-7). I had the ACDF surgery on July 18th...I also had osteophytes and severe spinal compression...
My husband converting and renovating a whole entry way to make me a second bathroom speaks love and support to me :)...
I agree. It’s kind of risky to leave the house after prepping. For me, the SuPrep kicks in around an hour or so....
We all respond differently to pain and I don’t want to sugarcoat my experience - I had mine out when I was 30 and it was one of the most painful surgeries I endured. I didn’t have a choice because I...
Andrina, my best wishes are with you and keep us updated please!...
Anal sex in any way or form does NOT cause a flare. If you are in remission then it should be no issue, however if you are flaring or “simmering” it might aggravate things. While in remission,...
Well I’ve been in remission for 7 years and I still get them. But I think now in my case it’s menopause (I’m almost 50). But before my remission it was from my UC. As for tips, I’ve no idea. I could...
I also had the ACDF, same discs 4 months ago and I know exactly the pain you are feeling. I’ve only just graduated PT 2 1/2 weeks ago, but I found the best thing that helps me is to keep the muscles...
I used to get horrible night sweats. I still do but not like before. Usually the worst I was flaring the worst the night sweats....
Sara, yes I quit cold turkey but I used a habit "aid". On Amazon, they make a cocoa bean cig that you actually smoke like a real cig but it contains absolutely no nicotine and no tobacco. It's to...
My body hates raw veggies even while in remission. I cook them up real good and use a variety of spices. Sometimes I steam them, roast them or toss them in water with some butter or a piece of bacon...
It seems you are doing better but you are still flaring. The lack of blood is a good sign but the cramping pain still indicates inflammation. What type of UC do you have and have you done rectal meds?...
Andrina! Ileostomy surgery? Jpouch? Thanks Notso and countess :)...
Thanks guys. This surgery was literally a life saver but I definitely wouldn’t want to do it again! Lol it was pretty rough and I still won’t be fully healed for a year but at the 6 month mark I will...
Colloidal Silver. 2 drops in the ear at bedtime. My grandson is highly prone to ear infections and this works for him every time....
Positive side of colitis...I got 4 sweet tattoos out of the deal :) The purple ribbon rocks for the tat. ;)...
Hello everyone:) For our new members, I’m sorry you found us, but I’m glad you did so we can help you as best as we can. :) For the ones who remember me, I’m back! I’ve been MIA for almost 2 years...
Thanks all! I’ve missed you all too. But I’ve moved on because my health has stabilized finally and I feel in control. Plus I’ve been super busy with the grandson lol Q - I really can’t postpone...
I haven’t been around in a long time but I need to ask a question. How likely is it, being on Remicade, for me to contract Hand, foot and mouth disease from my 1 year old grandson who lives me? I...
I've never had shingles but my MIL did without the rash. She said it was an intense burning on her backside. She does not have major health issues btw. But I'm not quite sure how she was diagnosed....
Thanks Susie. I worry about him because he's the typical male - plays it tough lol But his doc was adamant about him doing his left knee sooner rather than later. He was born bow legged and had to...
Sounds like typical allergies. There are so many different things to try so let's start off by suggesting: a saline nose spray several times a day to start. You can't overdo saline nose spray. It's...
Worst case scenario? Let's see...besides what already have been said. Having children but being unable to attend various school functions because you're afraid of crapping yourself in public or in...
Update - for anyone who is wondering. My husband had his surgery 2 days ago. Overall as far as surgeries goes, he says it's not too bad. He's able to walk but he can't drive yet. He's still relying...
All very good points and advice...thank you! Luckily I have good insurance. They cover almost everything 100%. I have $25 co-pay office visits, $13 brand name prescription coverage ($6 generic) and...
I started Remicade little over 5 years ago. I used to have it done at the hospital with no insurance issues. But than switched to a cancer infusion center because I moved and it was closer. Even tho...
My husbands knees are a mess. His left knee is bone on bone with the weight bearing portion breaking down, his right knee is also bone on bone but his kneecap is almost gone. He also has a...
It's possible that you have IBS but just to be sure, you should ask for a colonoscopy. If nothing shows up on the scope but you're still having issues than it's probably IBS. The blood might be from...
Sounds pretty typical of a flare. When I would flare, the pain could be excruciating that I would boarder on passing out....
I'm keeping an eye on this thread - because I'm from from MI as well (don't have a MM card yet) and I would like to hear advice as well. I don't smoke it, eat it etc because I can NOT tolerate the...
I've had many disconcerting results from scans. Latest being a shadowing on my spleen/liver area turned out to be nothing. But since this is your kidney, I've never heard of 6mp messing with kidney...
Email me regarding what this is about. My email is under my user name. I will contact him on your behalf....
I'm sorry Samantha that you are going thru this :( I hope you can find a bit of relief before heading home because I know it's torture to try to get there with nothing to aid you. Please keep us...
I've had UC officially for 25 years now....simmered and flared for 20 years - why I kept my colon for so long? Because I am an optimist - and because the meds available today were not available then...
UC normally moves in a continuous pattern from the rectum up. Crohns is usually seen in in "patchy" areas. What you are describing is more CD than UC....
iPhones have a health app that you can store the information and it comes with the phone. But since you mentioned play store I'm assuming you have an android?...
Have they done a colonoscopy? Most times that can determine what you have. But CBD might help symptoms however it will not treat underlying inflammation. What kind of symptoms are you having?...
I've been on Remicade little over 5 years. Reached a true clinical remission after being on it for a year. I just had a c-scope on Tuesday and nothing has changed so I'm still in remission. I've had...
Surfer, Actually there are 2 forms of IBD...Crohns and Ulcerative colitis. Blood is very common with UC but I can't speak of Crohns since I don't have it. Worrywort, I have to agree with Surfer tho....
I cared for my grandmother after she developed dementia from chemo therapy, she always knew who I was but was extremely unpredictable towards my husband, son and especially my daughter who was only 8...
Same here. My body loves junk food. Always has. The healthier I eat, the more my gut hates me! I'm in year 4 1/2 remission and my body STILL hates healthy foods to a certain degree. I can now...
It depends on how anemic you are Worried. If anemia can be managed by oral meds than most docs prefer that. But if you are severely anemic than iron infusions are recommended (unless of course you...
The only male moderator we have on here now is John (iPoop) and as far as I know he did not have surgery to help him lose weight?? Unless it was an older post? Who is the moderator you were trying to...
What kind of reaction did you have to Tylonel? That's generally safe for us to take and no surprise about the aspirin since that's a blood thinner and a general no no for us....
My gut just hurts reading about this. Mainly because I'm allergic to anything that has Capsaicin (which is found mostly in hot peppers). But this theory holds plausibility. Many conditions can find...
Baby shampoo is a surfactant. It stops the bacteria from sticking which in turn can make one get rid of it faster. The rinse granular breaks it down and the baby shampoo eases it away from the sinus...
Any baby shampoo will do but the ENT told me use Johnson's. Serenity, I mix the baby shampoo and nasal rinse granuals with 8oz of distilled water. Don't shake or you will get bubbles. Pour into a...