I had Lasik outside of a flare. I will tell you one thing, healing was stressful for me. I had some complications. If I had to do it again I would not do it. Glasses were fine for me, and why should...
Many people use the with active UC and find them very helpful....
I excercise through flares. Usually by running, but if I am low energy at least by doing vigorous walking (with known bathroom stops in case I need them). I figure keeping the other parts of the body...
Hi, Dr. MF at Beth Israel is excellent. They have an IDB clinic (he is not part of that research group), so you could look at another doctor there. His brother is in that portion of the practice so...
The VA should provide you with Rowasa enemas. It is a fairly standard RX. I would follow-up on this with your GI doctor there....
I think whenever there is a blood there is something not right (unless of course it is roids). It's great there is less of it, but there is still healing to be done so don't change your meds without...
Levi, I see the black stuff as well when taking Rowasa. I am pretty sure that is reminents of the Rowasa. If you drip some Rowasa on paper you'll see as it ages it turns black. You can ask your...
I don't want to jinx myself but I am going to update my condition to heading into remission since I hope it will help others. I started with UP 10 years ago, and UC 6 years ago, a four year...
I have had great improvement using metamucil. The bulk up factor has helped slow the number of trips to the john. I agree start slowly and see what/if it works for you. Everyone is different!...
I found adding a fiber supplement helps a lot with the situation you describe. Have you tried that?...
Just to comment on my edited comment, I do think it is funny that we are willing to discuss medications where the known side-effects are sometimes fatal, but can't discuss a "drug" that has been used...
Just to make you feel better, my wife had a miscarriage last year. No diseases, no health issues at all. It was tough for us, but I think just a part of the deal with our fragile beautiful life. On...
I think mediation is great help to me during flares. Just my 2 cents. ******************** So sorry, but that's a topic we're not allowed to discuss on the forums (please see the forum rules). Ivy (a...
KC, You have to look at surgery as an option at some point. There are risks involved, but given your situation it should be weighed against your quality of life. My UC has never effected me the way...
www.healthcare.gov/ is right. High risk pools are now available in every state. http://www.healthcare.gov/law/provisions/preexisting/index.html ...
My advice: find the best hospital in the area and find the associated GI doctors. This should be doable where you are. There may be IBD centers. Here is one at JH and another pracdtive I found using...
Disneynut: You should definitely try and take a good probiotic after the antibiotics to rebuild your good gut flora. It makes a big difference....
Thanks for everyones comments. I talked with an insurance agent. Using "MyUC" rating chart he said likely C rating, but maybe B depending on doctors info to the insurance company. I am pretty...
What about lyme disease? Is that a possiblity?...
Oh boodydoo, I am very sorry for this situation. I have UC and I noticed a big difference with the probiotic VSL#3. There are a log of other good probiotics out there and this is just one of them,...
Hi guys, I was wondering if anyone can let me know their experience with getting life insurance with a UC diagnosis. I am looking to get another policy to have greater coverage for our family (our...
It has been helpful for me in the pain and bulking up department. I started with 1/2 a serving a day, and found two servings a day helpful which I've done for the last couple of months. Instead of...
You may want to try and add a probiotic and metamucil. I am in the same situation as you (all my inflammation is right at the end). Those two have helped me since I started in May, though I am still...
I have had UC for 10 years. I broke my first flare with Aloe pills - it was a miracle to me at time and am glad I took it and continued to use it for four years. That was after Rowasa / Asacol failed...
Sunshine, I'm sure folks here will answer your questions, but this is a great resource on surgery as well: http://j-pouch.org/groupee/forums...
Hi JSE. I am sorry you are not feeling well. This is a very tought disease (I am on my 10th year, with a 4 year remission between 05-09). If you are feeling that sad you may want to consider seeing a...