I explained my entire situation to him. I can’t express strongly enough that I held nothing back. That’s when he asked about Celiac Disease. In my mind there was no other option but to schedule a...
My feelings are to just find another Gastro Dr. As I mentioned in my OP my Dr of almost 20 years Retired and I was just assigned to this one. For whatever reason we just don’t seem to connect. I’m...
Saw my Dr yesterday. Making a long story short I explained EVERYTHING I was going through to him. He looked over the results of my bloodwork. Everything came back very normal. No concerns there. I...
Person I spoke with at Dr’s office said NO meds will be given without seeing the Dr first. When I called (twice now) and just about begged to get an earlier appointment I was told that they had no...
UPDATE; Still battling constipation. Called my Dr’s office twice to see if I could be seen ASAP. Told them my situation and both times I was told there were no appointments earlier. I just don’t...
UPDATE: I went back on 9 capsules a day right after my first post. Things seem to be improving but I surely don’t feel I’m out of the woods yet. Having about 4 BM’s a day but no D, blood, pain etc....
Yes, I went up to 9 a day. Hopefully I can get this under control before it gets worse. We shall see!...
Well after a looooong absence I’m back. DX’ed with UC back in 2005ish. Got the initial flare under control in about 6 months and have been pretty good since. A few minor speed bumps along the way but...
Sneeze or cough.....No. Here's how it goes for me. Wake up in the Morning all is good. No pain. As I go through the day I can feel it "starting". Sitting is the worst. Standing seems to relieve most...
Every test shows all internal organs "Normal". MRI states: Liver-Normal Gallbladder and bile ducts-Normal Pancreas- Normal Spleen- Normal Adrenal Glands- Normal Kidneys- Normal Aorta- Normal, No...
It's been awhile but I'd appreciate some feedback. I've been dealing with this pain in my right side (front, under last rib) for 6 months now. Can't find it but I'm pretty sure I posted about this...
Not playing with semantics here but Dr never said he saw "Inflammation". He didn't see anything during the scope. All looked very good to him. It was the biopsy that showed "Active". Until those...
No others signs but trying to hopefully get a hold on what may be happening. The existing "symptom" (cons) is however exactly how my original "Flare" started. That's why I'm so concerned....
Well it's been a while but I think I'm into a FLARE! I was originally dia with UC in 2004/05. Got that flare under control and since have been in remission. A few speed bumps along the way but...
Sorry...Metamucil. Powered form mixed with water. 1 tablespoon in 8oz of water with each meal. Making sure I drink plenty of water between....
Long story short: 2001 Had surgery (Colon resection) due to severe Diverticulitis. I elected to do this rather then suffer from repeated issues. 3 months later developed an abdominal adhesion from...
When flare first started I was on Colozal 3 tabs 3x a day for Pancolitis.. Now NOTHING! All meds stopped 2008. No special diet. Like I said keeping my fingers crossed....
That's EXACTLY what happened to me. Went in for a sigmoid colon resection due to diverticulitis issues. I elected to have this procedure done. Tired of the diverticulitis problems and shortly after...
Sounds to me like you should get a new DR. To put you through that while still awake sounds like torture. When I have my scopes done I am OUT. Wake up after everything is done and feeling good at...
Biopsy results 8/14/13....
******UPDATE******* I started this thread back in June. Since then I have the results of the tests that have been done on me. C scope 7/27/13 "100% Clear. No signs of UC or inflammation. Everything...
For the Fissure try Mineral Oil. I had one a few years back and they are painful. All good until you have a BM then the pain hits because you tear it again. I tried all kinds of stool softeners found...
I had a sigmoid colon resection done back in 2003. I had it done because I had a bad case of Diverticulitis that kept on giving me trouble. I elected to have this done. Tired of suffering from that...
I'd go on rectal meds if needed. Sounds like I do. Problem is my Dr is on vacation as stated. That's one of the things I want to speak with him about. I've never been on these meds before and really...
Lets see if I can make this short. I was dx with UC in 2004. Had my initial flare, got it under control in about 4 months and have been fine since. A few very little "blips" now and then but nothing...
Well I've been "Missing" for quite some time now. Things for me were (hopefully still are) going well. I was dx with UC back in 2004. Had my initial flare, got it under control and as said all has...
******UPDATE****** Had my C-scope today. Dr came in after and told me I was "Clean". No signs of "Active UC". Everything went well. Everything is clear. Still having problems though. The "Prep" still...
This was the way it went for me on my original flare. I'd get up "empty out" and all would be good for the rest of the day. It was at the end of that flare. Might be a good sign....
Things are improving everyday. For now I'll just stay with the increased dose of my meds. I know of and agree with your advice quincy but I have this belief that every med you take has an effect on...
Symptoms ... About 3 week ago I started to get minor cramps. Nothing serious but noticeable. Then the constipation set in. Now with me that's what I usually have. I take stool softeners. Then I...
I posted a day or so that after 6 years in remission I am now into the beginning of a flare. The only flare I ever had was the original one so this is a first for me. I got that first under control...
Well I haven't been posting for a very long time. I have checked in once and awhile to see how everyone was doing. So, hello to my old friends and hopefully my new ones. Found out I had UC back in...
First let me say thank you for your replys. OK, Let me now try to answer your questions. I am not a Dr. but I don't feel these pains are related to my back because having had lower back problems for...
I know that joint pain is one of the side effects of UC. For the last 2 weeks I have been having SEVERE pain in my legs and the bottom of my feet are "burning". Did you ever get sand in your shoes...
Thyroid levels are OK....
Had my last C-Scope recently and was told by my Dr. that all was "Perfect, You are in remission". An it appears I am. Had my blood work done and everything is in the normal ranges. However, I am...
I have an appt. next week with a different GI and an app. with a Hepatologist in early Nov. I'm "starting" to calm down a little now that I have had some time to absorb alot of info. It just freaked...
Quincy, Had an MRCP done 2 years ago. Showed nothing, stated "Normal MR cholangiopancreatogram" Had ultrasound done in July of this year this test stated... "The portal vein is patent and...
Now I'm really confused. As stated in my first post I asked my Dr for copies of all my tests. I received them today. After looking them over "to me" things just dont add up. Colonoscopy report was as...
Vin, Just read your post. PSC seems to be popping up in several UC'ers. I guess it goes along with the dx. Hope all goes well for both of us. Stay in touch, lets ride this one out together. I now...
Just to add aside from slightly elevated liver functions I don't have any other symptons at this time. I'm not sure what functions are even elevated. I did however call my GI and asked for copies of...
Went for my routine c-scope two weeks ago. dr said all looked "PERFECT". No inflamation or signs of UC. He stated "You are in remissiom." Great. Went back to see him today for the routine follow up...
An MRCP simply put is an MRI that consentrates on the bile ducts of your liver. It's done exactly the same way a regular MRI is. I had one done about 2 years ago when I also had elevated liver...
Lucky777, I was one of the ones that answered that original post. I was Medically Retired from the military and have been dealing with the VA for nearly 40 years now it's not easy to explain...
Just noticed thread by JRob on probiotics I thinks that pretty much takes care of my probiotic question. Thanks JRob and all for the info. Still would like input on the antib's....
I have been suffering from what I thought was just a cold. This has been going on for 9 days now. Planning on going to the Dr. tomorrow as I suspect this may be a sinus infection. If so they will put...
I had a fissure about 5 years ago. I tried everything. Nothing worked. My sister who is a nurse recommended Mineral Oil. That did the trick. It softened the stool and made it easier to go. I took a...
Just out of curosity were you put on any pain meds (or any other meds) when you broke your arm? If so, could that be a contributing factor to the onset of this flare? This was just my first thought...
I suffered with diverticulosis for many years. They are weak areas in the colon usually on the left side. When they become infected it is then refered to as diverticulitis. You can develop a mild...
I honestly don't remember how I found it but thank God I did. The members on this site have offered me more information and support than any Dr. So let me take this opportunity to say THANK YOU to...