OK-I haven't posted here in well over a year. I had my colon removed over a year ago (Look at my posts-I went thru HELL) and although it was rough I've been in a great place for a long while. One...
Bartholin cysts are common and usually go away by themselves, like yours did! Well I was wondering if the fact that I'm always pooping that maybe its causing it to get infected more so it never...
Basically the gland is infected and secrets fluids sometimes I don't feel it and sometimes it's tender. I'm always very gentle when I wipe. I've had it lanced by my doc so it's always leaking fluid....
Have any of you ladies who have had the j-pouch surgery also have issues with infection of their bartholin gland? Their are two glands down on each side of a women's vagina. I've tried everything,...
I had consulted with my surgeon about havin my colon out and was on 40mg of prednisone. I was in surgury by the next week and had tapered down to 10mg. Also I did not have to wait 6 months for my...
Thank you all for your responses. I am feeling a tad bit better everyday. I am seriously considering a bidet. Are they pricey? Won't wipes work just as well? I have been eating anything and...
I'm so relieved that I'm not alone as far as depression goes. Such a major life change I guess it's to be expected. Thanks for the suggestions! I will try them all....
Hl- I had my takedown surgery almost 2 weeks ago. Boy it was alot rougher than I thought I'd be! At home recovering and I have some questions: 1. I'm pooping like crazy! I can't even sleep well. When...
Hi all- this morning my output slowed. I left home for about 4 hours and there is no change in my bag. I have had the same amount of liquids... Should I be worried. Cramps are very minimal. No...
So frustrating and it's messing with my mind. I'm still having pain from cramping. My colon was removed august 22nd. Maybe my tolerance for pain is low? some days are better than others but today...
Thanks everyone! I know I'll get thru this....
O yeah! I forgo to ask this: I am having crazy intestine sounds. It literally sounds like a fountain of water pouring in my gut. Is this normal? Will my stoma always fart? At least I can blame that...
Does anyone continue to take probiotics? Will they be of benefit to me or are they pointless since I no longer have a colon? :) Well I can tell my cramps are less intense so I guess that's a good...
Wow! It is really is a fine balance that I guess I am going to have to learn. I have a 4 month old that I have been having to leave with my in-laws each time I am hospitalized with breaks my heart!...
I don't expect everything to be perfect and I knew there would be bumps, but I didn't expect this: I had my 1st of two surgery on august 22nd. Intestines took a long time to wake up, vomitting, ng...
Hi- this forum has given me so much and I wanted to give back by giving some advice. I had my colon removed and a j-pouch created on August 22. I was rough. Pain from gas. Intestines taking too long...
Wow! This was going to be my exact post! I am also 2 weeks out from surgery and the cramping is killing me!! I couldn't sleep last night. It's good to know that it not only passes but that there are...
Well you may or may not believe this but I'm still in the hospital after my colon taken out on August 22...I'll let you count the days... It's been pure hell but happily these past four days have...
Hi! Im 29 years old and had my first surgery on august 22. Healing has been slow but I'm finally getting better and healing. I didn't think it'd be so hard but it has been. The surgery could cause a...
Been walking alot more. Noises coming from my small intestines which I hear is good. Pain has amped up and so have the meds. But I'm sleeping well thru the night and all my docs are pleased with my...
Did two laps around the hospital today. Can't wait to drink some water! Getting some iron infusion and I've got a great little epidural button for pain management. My pain is about a 3 right now and...
Yes!!! Goal is to sit up and walk!!! Anything to assist recovery!...
I did it!!! No more colon. Minimal pain but I'm getting so much rest. So far everything iss great. It felt good to hear the my colon was awful from beginning to end. I made the right decision for me....
Sue! Your posts have always been honest and informative. Yes, my little girl is Penelope Sage. She's a just the most amazing baby. This is all for her!...
If it wasn't for the exhaustion, super painful urge and rectal pressure and constant trips to the bathroom-I'd through myself a party. Just 4 more night of tortuous sleep and I take my first step to...
I'm definitely opting for the j pouch. I can't wait. I wish I was like others that have years of remission but that's not the case. I just ever want my daughter to see me sick like this again. I'll...
I cry when I see someone homeless....
Here's my story real quick: Diagnosed 3 years ago. Besides a blissful pregnancy I have been in a roller coaster flare... Mostly extremely bad. Been hospitalized twice. Been on heavy duty Meds and now...
I'm mildly flaring and trying to get it under control with enemas. I've been using them for almost a week. I have the following mildly -mucous I notice that my morn bm is loose and it's like I am...
Bump- Can anyone answer the above question?...
So the enema would support which portio of the colon? Where would the oral mesalamine treat?...
Hi all! I am happy to say that throughout most of my pregnancy and for the last couple months (had my precious Penelope on 5-10) My UC has behaving. For the past two days I've noticed the slightest...
As far as nicknames go we call her Penny or Penn. Her daddy callsher Punky because she is so sassy. :) I wish I knew how to post a picture!! She is just darling....
hi all! been awhile since I have posted anything here but I do check in periodically. I am so happy to announce that on May 10 I gave birth to my first baby-Penelope Sage. She came to us 4 weeks...
My husband totally called! He said "I bet he has uc." Rumor has it that John Mayer suffers from some type of IBD....
Hey all! Check out the link below about Casey Abrams frm American Idol. He was not on the show last night because he was in the hospital getting a could blood transfusions. He must have ha a major...
Laura-regarding vsl-I take it with oj. It kinda tastes kinda like orange with cream. I kinda like it! I also will occasionally blend some fruit with ice and mix it with that....
Hi Stef! Not sure if you remember but we emailed each other back and forth about 5 months ago when I was newly pregnant. I'm 6 months now and I'm having a girl!!! Due June 5th. I flared at the...
As far as your restless legs go I have been getting that alot to. Mostly at night. It can sometimes keep me up. Not sure what is causing it: tapering from prednisone? I also am on apriso but I have...
It should ease up once your dose is lower. Sometimes I had to Ativan (prescription) if I felt really bad....
I like peeled apples bakes with cinnamon and honey. Very comforting. I also like chicken soup. Best if you make your own broth....
So your 30 weeks and they are not 100% sure if its a girl? Is that because ultrasound was not clear? I am definitely going to try for a vaginal birth. I am not having my heart set on anything though...
Hi Mia ! Wow! I'm so surprised I didn't see your post! I check this forum at least a couple times a day. Anyway-I am so grateful to be in a much better place now. I have a healthy baby girl growing...
Hi-I am 24 weeks pregnant and I had a really rough time at the beginning. Healing takes alot of time. For now eat what you can, drink tons of water and rest. You may want to take a probiotic. Please...
I have tried serovera base a goodfriends recommendation. He is a male in his 30's with UC. The strongest drug he has ever been on was asacol. There were times he was so sick he could not keep water...
Hi missy! Well, I am so grateful and happy to say that I am 24 weeks pregnant with a my baby girl. As you may remember I had a pretty rough 1st trimester at about 11 or 12 weeks I really started to...
Boxermom, any updates to how you are feeling?...
Wowerz! Glad you find my diet question funny. (not) since I have been diagnose with uc I have been in heavy duty meds, developed a fear of food, fluctuate between weight,...it has not been funny to...
I have never had pain or discomfort but at one point my uc was pretty bad. Wonder why I was not more sore? Does anyone else have soreness or tenderness when this performed by your doc or GI?...
Fruitgirl-is there a special diet you adhere to? So great that you are feeling great! Gives me a lot of hope!! I am sure that being happy as a mom has a lot to do with you current health too....