My work just changed prescription plans as of January 1. I went to re-order meds and was told hydrocortisone enemas and suppositories are not covered because they are considered "experimental"!? I...
I have been having the same issue! It happens at least once a week with fully formed stool. I've been told it'd because the rectum is still inflamed. I've been in numerous meds including rectal meds....
I completely understand! I've had 3 bad accidents in the past two days. Today's was the worst and went right through my pants. Luckily I had a spare pair in my care. I think I will wear the...
Help!! Over the past week I have had multiple accidents with no warning. I had a really bad one this am that went through my clothes onto the floor! Has anyone else been through this and what has...
yes, I just started it. This am I had a bad accident and suspect krill oil may have been the catalyst. I just googled it and loose stools and diarrhea are common side effects. So frustrating!...
Not to be groos, but has anyone noticed additional urgency after using suppositories twice a day? I noticed earlier today there seemed to be alot of discharge from the suppository. Then I had an...
How do you get the supplements sent to you since his site is in India? If you don't mind me asking, about how much are the supplements?...
Thanks everyone for all your suggestions! It really helps to communicate with people who understand!...
I felt so racy while I was on it- almost to the point of panic attack at times. I have never had high blood pressure in my life so didn't even know what that felt like. I took my blood pressure and...
I just updated my signature with the right meds. I've been off canasa for over a year. I had a colonoscopy in Dec. and was told I'm primarily dealing with rectal inflammation- proc***, which is...
I was actually on prednisone for almost 2 months and it only made things worse! I had more accidents on it than off it! As I said, my symptoms overall seem to be improving except for this....
Yes, I'm using cortisone suppositories and the cortisone foam. I'm allergic to mesalamine in all forms so Ive been told those are my only options, except for cortisone enemas, which I've also tried....
I've been in a flare for awhile, which is improving, but when I have to go to the bathroom I literally can only hold it for only a minute or two. This is so difficult especially when I'm working!...
Have people had good results with slippery elm? I'm tapering off prednisone and wanted to supplement with something natural to aid the healing process....
I've been on cort enemas and suppositories because I'm allergic to mesalamine. I cut back my dosage to 20mgs and feel much better. I'm supposed to begin cutting back beginning tomorrow anyway....
I[ve been in a bad flare and my MD prescribed 40 mgs of prednisone. I'm starting to think it is making things much worse with constant bloating, gas. I think I'm going to cut way back and see what...
Try peppermint oil capsules. You can buy them in health food stores or on line....
I've found pepermint oil caplets at Whole foods. Most health food stores probably have them. They are the only thing that helps with gas for me....
I've been diagnosed with both UC and IBS. For the last 5 days I've been having diarrhea, but no blood. I don't feel sick like the flu. I'm actually hungry, but everything I eat seems to go through...
Some days are easier than others, that's for sure! Exercise seems to help, but not always. I've become painfully aware my state of mind is the biggest factor. My mother died suddenly this past April...
I have been doing somewhat better but had an incident at work this morning that resulted in an accident. I didn't even realize it at first. I had to leave work and go buy a pair of pants so I could...
One thing that seems to help alot are peppermint oil capsules. You can buy them at most health food stores. Peppermint plus is the one I usually buy. I spoke to a gastroenterologist and he said he...
I have a gastroenterologist that I don't connect with well at all and it's become very problematic this summer when I've had the worst flare of my life. He has a very good reputation at a highly...
Yes, I've had chronic low WBC for past several years, even when I'm not taking medication. They sent me to a hematologist who did full work up but teh only thing that showed up was a very low...
There are certain calcoum supplements you can find at health food stores that are much easier to tolerate like rainbow light. I take it without any problems daily....
Thanks, everyone! I actually get my services at BIDMC but it's my doctor who is the brother of the one someone mentioned. I have never had an issue with any MD before. but he is is so rude and...
I have a less than great relationship with my current gastroenterologist. Can anyone recommend someone in the Boston area?...
I was diagnosed with it about 4 years ago primarily due to blood test results after having proctitis and UC for several years. The hematologist urged me to try a gluten free diet and it did make...
I've been dealing with proctitis, UC and gluten intolerance for last several years. I've had a very bad flare up in past few months, including fecal incontinense for first time. I'm getting hesitant...