I hate to say it, but I have really enjoyed reading this thread!!! lol It makes me realize that I am not alone ... I have fondly given myself the nickname "poopy pants" amongst close family and...
I have had MANY similar experiences!! lol A few years ago, I was out on a date and was having some nachos with chili on them [what was I thinking?!lol] and within 10 min I had to excuse myself from...
Just a quick update on my progress on the SCD diet ... unfortunately it did not work for me because I think that it is designed mainly for people who have chronic diarrhea with their colits and I am...
Thanks for everyone's input ... it is so helpful to hear other people's experiences with both medictaions. I am not as severe as many people on here and am very thankful for that. I did a lot of...
Thanks for everyone's suggestions ... they are greatly appreciated!! :) I am really well hydrated and usually drink anywhere between 2.5 to 3.5 litres of water a day. I may have to up that though...
Thanks Sue for your advice - I really appreciate it. I think that I will take the immunosuppressants but not the prednisone. I have never had to be on meds except for the enemas so it is all new to...
Hi Toriblue, Nice to hear from someone who experiences similar symptoms to me - makes me realize that I am not alone :) I started the diet yesterday - I guess I am lucky because I eat lots of fruits,...
Hi there - I am relatively new to the world of medication when fighting UC - though not new to the disease. I was diagnosed in the summer of 2002 and have been relatively lucky with some flare ups...
Thanks I will give it a try. I have been to the health food store and also have seen some teas that apparently have a laxative effect so I will have to read the ingredients to see if basil is one of...
I just purchased the book Breaking the Vicious Cycle which outlines the SCD diet. I am slowly easing myself into it - no dairy except for the allowable cheeses, nuts, eggs, fish, fruits and veggies -...
I know that many people experience the exact opposite and are constantly going to the washroom ... However I tend to be the opposite and experience awful constipation. I just recently had a...