I have not posted on here in a very long time... been living the busy life. I have tried so many different things over the last couple of years to help with nutrition and whatnot, still looking for...
Hmm.. thanks for the tips Stereo... I was trying to be all about quick and easy but kind of good for me at the same time.. that was a mistake! Lol... I will try the whey protein, but what do you add...
Hello Everyone! Just had the craziest last week with my UC. I was watching a commercial for those Pediasure sidekicks protein shakes and thought to myself that would be a good way to get a few of...
I felt the same at first when I was diagnosed.. I had a bf of 2 years and I didn't think I wanted to share this with him, or well honestly anyone else... I didn't understand UC or chronic illness at...
I have taken 800 ibuprofen since day one of my diagnosis and never had any bad side effects... it is the only thing that does help with my stomach cramps and lower back discomfort. My doctor...
Wow, I haven't had any dental issues since my diagnosis.. makes me want to go get a second opinion in case my dentist is missing something.. yikes! I do floss everyday, and after every meal since I...
I have used the aloe vera juice with great success... have not heard of the black cherry concentrate.. so please keep up posted on it. Good Luck!...
I think it would be great for them to have like in that movie Liar Liar with Jim Carey where they cannot tell a lie.. that would be so awesome and we might actually get somewhere with this world, our...
I worry that the rest of Obamacare will not be as it has been presented... or that so many bad things will be tagged to the end of the "note" so-to-speak that it will make it not worth it to US...
Hello and welcome.. Have you thought about getting a second opinion? Maybe a new set of eyes and fresh ideas would offer some help? Also, have you tried any supplements?...
That is very sad to read... but I cannot really comment on much other than, in the beginning my employer gave me a bit of trouble but after I reminded them that the family medical leave act was not...
I voted Romney... it was a slow to decide process even though I have been a rep my whole life. But I agree with many posters on here, Obama had 4 years and the only thing I saw "change" was that when...
I concur with everyone... maybe telling your parents whats going on will allow them in to help you financially while you recoup physically where it doesn't continue to stress you body to the breaking...
Hiney, Thanks for your words of encouragement for my nieces.. and yes I will continue to push and show them how to be successful, good people in the world. I know they are not my kids, but I feel...
I hate to read that people are so sad.. I could offer you tons of advice that sounds great and is easier said than done but I won't. I can tell you, I was there too... when I first got sick and my...
Wow hineycase! Were you in the sermon? That was so close to the sermon, it's scary! And you are absolutely right.. we are a sad society now. I try to show my nieces that hard work, honesty and...
Hello, 1. I will drink coffee first thing in the morning to give me the bathroom trips I need to completely empty, then take a lomotil to be safe 2. I have a change of clothes in my car, in my desk...
LOL.. I like him to see me as a lady.. and watching me take a "dump" doesn't seem to lady-like in my mind I guess.. Also, have you tried lomotil for your commutes?...
I have pains on my left side when I have gas... and sometimes when I am really tired, my lower back will hurt and even feel fevery. I think about it as if my body is always "fighting" with this UC so...
Lomotil! That is my blow out protection... and it is a life saver!...
Well... even though he has been around for the last 2 years of this it is still very hard for me to have him witness ALL of it.. if you know what I mean. He already knows whats going on in the...
And Lialda does smell a little.. and it makes my hands smell slightly the same way.. almost a garlic type of smell sometimes... ???...
Oh Wow! LOL.. I have been blaming my boyfriend for years about not aiming when he pees.. hahaha OOPS!...
Funny you mention the overinflated sense of entitlement.. church sermon last Sunday was about the exact same things.. about how to resolve or diminish conflicts in our lives with others... and it was...
I live in an apartment and sadly it too only has one bathroom. It gets alittle complicated in the mornings... If he is in the bathroom getting ready for work, or in the shower I will tell him very...
I can relate! I have this great drive thru car wash that I love to use for my car but it has a door that comes down in the front when the wash starts.. and as soon as it hits the ground, I start...
I think we all encounter these types of people.. and Sherry is right, they are everyone.. My family is probably the worst honestly. I have a busy schedule most all the time, full time job, part time...
You could also ask your doctor for a script of lomotil to take until you get your flare under control. My UC is very controlled at the moment, but still have some bad days and when I feel one of...
@ Ipoop, I once had to use a piece of my prescription paperwork (that they attach to the outside of your meds so you know the side effects and what nots of the meds) that was in my purse in the...
Somedude, I work in a court, and you can get a note from your doctor explaining your condition and the emergencies that may arise out of nowhere. It is called a defense to the prosecution. Most...
The stress alone from just the recent knowledge of your UC can make your symptoms worse until you get on the medications for awhile.. And then add the stress of your job... weehhhwww.. that could...
This happens to me from time to time also... I have been trying to figure out what is causing it too! I notice that sometimes it is horrible gas, and when I roll on my left side it does get...
My diet changes were that I stopped eating fast foods and cut out a lot of dairy. Then I stopped eating a lot processed foods and foods with a lot of preservatives... that did help me. I look for...
Hello and Welcome! Sorry to hear... it is very rough when you are first diagnosed! Or at least it was for me. I did the same things as your husband.. stopped going out of the house for the most part,...
Mike, I cannot really comment on the meds not working part... I currently take 2 lialda a day. I have never done the enemas even though it was suggested. I am wondering about your diet and stress...
Hello, I personally find better, faster relief from lomotil. I never leave home without it.. it is in my purse, my car, my desk at work, on my night stand... lol...
ManMama, I am so sorry that I haven't replied to your question sooner.. I didn't see the thread until today while I was looking thru past the newest ones. I truly believe it did help with my urgency....
I have woke up feeling that way several times but it seemed that getting extra sleep the following few days past it and it subsided. I don't know if that was like a mild flu or that I was over tired...
Wishes on you feeling better. I hope this new idea works! I have read on here alot of folks have had good results with those 2 drugs... :)...
DB, I see your point, not criticizing your thoughts or theories by any means... I think the one thing that I have found to be concrete evidence of truth in the whole UC ordeal is that everyone reacts...
I don't know of any antibiotic that is more friendly to us UCers, but the last time I had to go on an antibiotic my doctor gave me a short round of pred to keep from flaring.. it was a 2 week taper...
Hello Emers, Welcome and sorry to hear you are in a mess at the moment. Good news is you came to the right place for support and information! I agree with Babe, pred should only be for short term if...
I guess the formula I take has many other key ingredients for max absorption such as "aloesorb" and fennel seed and peppermint leaf extracts? I know that my "miracle" was not in my head.. I know that...
Hello Penny, I swear by aloe vera juice and that it did help me right away! I didn't get the runs because I already had them! Lol... actually it helped stop the D and the urgency within a few days.....
Lol, I would have never thought about socks... but have used my underwear once in a public restroom when it was almost closing and no one was coming in to use the facilities... that sucked :) but was...
When I started getting sick, my boyfriend and I broke up due to various things, but one of them was me feeling crappy and not wanting to do anything ever but stay home... I didn't know what was wrong...
I try to go to work even if the mornings are a bit rough.. but I have a rule, if I have to go to the bathroom more than 3 times in the hour I need to get ready for work.. it's a no go. I work about...
I had great success with Lialda! And actually still do! It slowed the BM's down greatly, and after adding in my supplements the urgency pretty much stopped and life is a lot better not having to run...
UCW, good point about the calories upkeep... I didn't even think about that when I was posting earlier... but that is a great point!!! My comfort foods are chicken and pastas, or starches I should...
Hello, and Welcome! I have not tried VSL or LDN... so won' be any help there, but I did find great relief with Lialda and the natural supplements I currently take. A lot of folks on here take...