Can someone please tell me the name/names of the docs in NY that perform the fecal transplant? I have UC and have had a stool culture that said normal enteric flora not present....
SAS--- I have read on the forum how others are concerned that infant's poo may not have enough flora in it. I am not sure if I have other options for donors. What would be considered a "good" donor?...
subdued: How much of your grandbaby's stool were you able to use for each FT you did and how did you collect it?"...
SAS---thank you so much! My initial diagnosis was left sided UC. My last colonoscopy in 2010 was by a different MD but he never said it spread any further so I am assuming its still only left sided....
Sienna.Rodriguez Hi I can completely relate to having UC while pregnant. I was mildly flaring when I became pregnant and took Lialda and Mesalamine enemas the whole time I was pregnant. My UC didnt...
Oh and SAS!..is Dr G Accepting patients!? I would fly to Rochester in a heartbeat to have FT done....
sas: I am so glad to know that the FT is working for you. I joined this forum last year and kind of disappeared..but with good reason! I got pregnant and now have a precious baby boy!! So I guess I...
Amygrace...thank you so much! I am currently doing better since having starting using rowasa enemas again. Would love to get off of them at some point but dont want to make any drastic changes b/c of...
Zamba I actually got the stool test done by an independent lab company. The allergy test was done through Sage Medical Lab...they have a website. You simply need a doctor to sign the form then they...
Hello kitty!! Have you heard of the book called The Yeast Syndrome by John Parks Trowbridge and Morton Walker that links high levels of yeast to UC!? you should check it out. I found it at Borders...
Hey everyone! Just had some interesting test results and wanted to see if anyone else had the same experience. My husband and I did a stool culture test to prep for fecal transplant. His stool...
AmyGrace: Do you mind posting what you did while you were pregnant as far as prep for FT's? I am doing better by having added back my Rowasa enemas but have cheated on the SCD diet...just very...
Hey guys!! This actually sounds promising! Is it ok to eat raw spinach? I like using it as the lettuce in my salads or is it more likely to not be digested? How much sunflower butter should you eat a...
Hey guys! Just an update: Found out yesterday that I am pregnant! So excited...I am taking my Asacol and started the enems and am feeling better! Are the enemas safe to take throughout the entire...
Subdued..have a question for you!! Were you in a flare from antibiotic use and then did the FT? Just curious...I cant remember if I had recently taking antibiotics when I very first saw symptoms...
Poo bare thats awesome! I am awaiting our stool results but also just found out I am pregnant so dont know if I should try the FT's while pregnant! ???...
Are there any antifungals that are safe during pregnancy? I started taking Candex from a health food store. Took it for 2 days then found out I was preggers and am scared to take. I take the ultimate...
Hey Ima! Thanks for the post! I started using my enemas and am feeling better! Have to say feeling better caused me to cheat! But I am going to do better today! I ate some carbs and I felt all...
Mudua what is the Vitamin E Technique? I've never heard of Apriso. I really doubt I would see a difference at all if I stopped my Asacol all together but I'm too chicken to do that. I did hear about...
Hey Poo Bare: Here's the post I added yesterday about my husband: Hey guys! I am strongly considering doing home FT! I want to use my husband as a donor! He has been on the SCD diet with me for just...
Quincy I am about to do a stool culture so I am not going to do the enemas while I am doing that. I understand your reasoning for telling me to do the enemas but I really want to get off all my meds...
Poo Bare? Hey what kind of diet are you on while you are doing the FT's? Do you think my husband would be a good candidate for FT? I posted about him a few messages back?!!...
THanks for the post zucchini!! You may be right...I wish there was an up to date legal/illegal list somewhere. BTW: I am getting so aggravated with this diet/or maybe its just me. I thought I ate...
Boodydoo: I am so sorry! I have been through those rough patches! I definitely dont blame you for not wanting to try Remicade. My MD said he was going to put me on that if my symptoms didnt subside...
Hey Heidi! I actually sent an email to the LARABAR people and asked them about their ingredients!! Will let you know what they say! Zucchini: I wondered the same thing about chocolate. I wish the...
Missey: I have the enemas and while using them I do really good..but since I started this flare last year everytime I try to stop using the enemas my symptoms return. I am trying not to do them b/c I...
Missey: stupid questions but whats TTC? I think staying on SCD while pregnancy is a great idea...its soooo good for you!! Heidi33: I totally agree with that whole theory! It makes too much sense. I...
Missey: I am with you on that! I certainly cant fathom the thought of my children one day getting this disease. I am going to do everything i can to prevent that. I am going to breastfeed and try to...
Hey guys! I am strongly considering doing home FT! I want to use my husband as a donor! He has been on the SCD diet with me for just over a week. I was wondering if yall thought he would be a good...
Hellokitty: I used to eat tons of sugar too! I actually do ok though as long as I have honey!! :) It's become my favorite! How did you find out you had a high candida rate? Someone on here posted to...
I am worried about the unknown...which I shouldnt be. I like SJF's idea. Live your life!! Just dont want to kill myself in the process! HA! I think if I stay on the SCD diet when I get pregnant I may...
Hey everyone! Just wanted some insight on this topic! I am 27 and have been in a mild flare since last March! I take Asacol 6 tabs a day, a Prenatal vitamin and just started Critical Care Probiotic....
Heidi33! Hope they work for you! They are so good!! The Coconut cream pie one great!!!! Just curious...anyone here in Mississippi!?...
Lara Bars seem to be completely natural...simple ingredients..no added sugars, preservatives, etc. It says on the packages gluten, soy and dairy free. No rice or anything was listed on the ones I...
Mywifelookslikesheisdying!! You are a true example of being with your wife "in sickness and in health". You sound like a commendable person. I am so glad to see you mention someone in the U.S. who is...
Hey Zucchini! Thanks for the reply! I started the diet while I was waiting on the book and just got it this past Friday. When I started the diet I was experiencing mucous and blood. It seemed like...
Every time I ask about[b] exercise I am told its fine! One GI I used to see said no endurance stuff like Marathons, but I have run 2 half marathons in the last couple of years! So I guess it just...
Hey Guys!! I am officially through week 1 of the SCD diet! Seems much longer than that! Reading all of your posts has me a bit concerned! I think I may be adding way too many foods in all at once!...
I have also read that its a good idea to retain enema and lay on left side, then flat, then on right side and hold as long as possible. I think the probiotic enema might be a good idea. Hadn't heard...
Hey It hurts mom..just a few questions about your daughter? Did she receive the MMR vaccine? Does anyone in your family have any IBS/IBD issues? Did you breastfeed? I have seen so many probable...
It's so nice to see other women on here close to my age that I can talk to. I am on day 4 of the SCD Diet. It's getting easier by the day (I think). My precious husband is religiously doing the diet...
Hi Burli! What do you currently use? Are you in remission?...
Hi! I am new to the forum and have been doing a lot of research online regarding the SCD (specific carbohydrate diet) diet and fecal bacteriotherapy. I found an article written by an endoscopy nuse...