tcf5010, I just want to say hi land et you know I also live in Greensboro, NC! Who is your GI? Glad you had the food allergies tests done. At least you now know to avoid those foods....
Somedude, I was diagnosed in 2007 with the early stages of emphysema. I have not had any problems with it though. It is not reversible and would have only gotten worse if I continued to smoke. I have...
zdenka, I may not have been completely clear so I wanted to explain a bit more: My symptoms first appeared after I had quit smoking. I was a single parent with a small child and on medicaid. Even...
zdenka, I was diagnosed with UP and the symptoms became so bad that I went back to smoking for 15 years and that kept it in remission. Every time I would try to quit I would flare. I actually think...
I agree Lonie. But Captain ca-ca was offended and as yet has not returned. I find that to be a loss to the forum and I am saddened by it....
Yeah... I guess I felt Captain ca-ca deserved some support too. Sometimes there is a group/clique mentality on this forum that is disrespectful of others in their so called "support" for one another....
I think this could have been handled differently myself. It would have been better to first determine is someone was truly offended, as it seems that is not the case. Also, usually when a moderator...
beatuc, I actually thought your comment was sarcasm, particularly with the "flushing" comment. I missed whatever was deleted so I can't comment on that except to say it does not sound worthy of...
Captain Ca-Ca, I don't find your post offensive at all. I see it as all in jest. I enjoy all of your posts, even if I don't always respond. I try to lay low. I am an observer, not so much a...
I make and drink a 6 cup pot of coffee everyday. Now that does not really make 6 cups. I use a large mug though:). I don't seem to have a problem with it. I don't put sugar in it and I use non-fat...
Captain Ca-Ca, Perhaps you should post a picture and then we can make a more accurate analysis of your theory:)...
Sending my thoughts and prayers and holding you in the light....
I understand the financial aspect. I now have no insurance and am running out of medications. I have been trying to ration my medications which is why I think I am having a hard time getting my flare...
I agree that Lialda does not "treat throughout." It sounds like your doctor is listening to the drug reps rather then the patient's personal experience. I am on Lialda and I am flaring. Is there a...
It sounds to me like the two of you just don't click. I think her pregnancy comment is weird and not really necessary. My PCP is the one who usually does my blood work. The only time my GI did blood...
If it makes you feel better that is about the range my blood pressure normally runs. Sometimes a bit higher: 105 on the top. I don't have lightheadedness but I use to faint a lot as a child and young...
I think beetroot is basically beets, which are a root. I like to juice them raw with other veggies and fruits. Yum!!!...
mkl11, Glad you are out of the hospital and recovering, even if it is slowly. That sucks that you have to wait to find out the results of the blood-work. I had traveling pain myself: ankles, fingers,...
mkl11, I am wondering how you are doing? Are you still in the hospital? Have you gotten any answers yet and are you feeling better? Let us know....
Alinus, Great post and well said! When I read these posts I am looking for ideas that I might or might not integrate into my own personal approach. I never read a post and think "this is going to be...
Too funny!!!...
I edited my response to include Max89. I actually found him more offensive then you. You are just being argumentative. No offense:)...
Max89 and Somedude, I actually think the diet looks pretty good, all those organic, fresh, non-processed foods. Most of her original post includes suggestions for recipes and foods that you can eat....
I will add thought that I would not stop taking my medication. You may be in remission but that does not mean you will not flare again or have problems in the future. Only time will tell:)...
Thank you for sharing your information. I am glad it helped you gain remission. It seems very complicated and involved but there is a lot of good information with the diet. There are many people on...
mkl11, I am glad you are regaining some movement. Even though my painful attacks came later after my remicade infusion then yours, they were also sudden and severe. Mine probably came about the time...
Sounds like the remicade to me. I had a similar but different reaction that I believe came from remicade a couple of years ago. I only had 3 infusions (that was all I was prescribed). About 9 weeks...
Yeah, I agree that the dizziness is not a good thing. I get left-sided pain fairly often. It is hard to compare one person's pain to another. Follow your intuition on whether you feel like you need...
You probably need some rectal meds, like mesalamine enemas. I have had lots of blood and never gone to the ER for it. You should probably call your doctor tomorrow and ask about additional meds....
I think the doctor and nurse both sound horrid. Do you have someone who can be a patient advocate/mediator for you? You do have other options. What about remicade? I was on 40 mg of prednisone once...
Maryloo31, This is the least expensive drug if you do not have insurance: Sulfasalazine. I have never tried it myself and it is suppose to have some potential side effects. The newer drugs are...
Here is a link to assistance for Lialda. You may have to follow several links to get to the application. It is based on income and your doctor needs to fill out part of it. I will be doing this...
I would think the Asacol would help with the gas (higher inflammation), not sure about the urgency. The enemas should help with the urgency, and especially the mucus and blood....
Spudrt. I have. I had 3 treatments and that was all my doctor ordered for me. I was in a severe flare a few years ago (2009) and was on 40 mg of prednisone for close to 2 months and I just kept...
What meds are you on? I don't think a visit to the ER or Urgent care is warranted. I have had worse symptoms and those places are not going to be much help. Call your GI. Make sure you are using...
Honestly, whenever someone posts about the wonders of smoking and nicotine I just have to roll my eyes. I smoked for over 30 years and half that time I was on and off them because when I tried to...
I was not automatically sent a new card at the start of 2011. I had to go online to reapply. I believe I waited till February as I had samples and enough to last before I finally went online and...
You need to go to their website and sign up for a new one at the start of the new year. You will be able to print out a temporary one while you wait for them to send you a new card. This is what I...
Wow! What a story. You should check out the Ostomy board on here too. They will be supportive of you. I am sure all the meds in the hospital and anesthesia from surgery has caused much of your hair...
uc-logic, When I do the search option I always type in UC along with whatever I am searching and it limits it to UC. I think you only have to click to have your signature if you had to log in. If you...
I have never experienced this with my flares. I believe if you are in that much pain you should contact your doctor as soon as possible. Surely someone is on call on a Sunday. You should not have to...
Penngurl75, I understand. Often the Rowasa makes me feel bloated and gives me a lot of gas during the night, though that could just be the flaring. I often alternate between the Canasa and Rowasa...
The longest I was on prednisone was a little over 7 months. Basically I started at 40 mg, did the taper, flared within a week, then was right back on it. I was ten on the 40 mg again, as that dose...
I roll and fold as I am squeezing it out (or in). Those bottles are pretty soft and flexible....
Thanks for the info peace. I looked at the website and it sounds promising. I have been in a flare for several months now, not too serious yet. Maybe I will give this a try, after the holidays. It...
I am with you Stoolie. I quit 3 1/2 years ago after smoking for 33 years (on and off, but mostly on). It was very hard to quit because I knew the UC would strike (as it did every other time I tried...
I have never done this either. I am however interested in what you did consume. Do you have a juicer? What did you have? I am not sure I could go that long without food. I am curious how you did it....
I also have a facebook account and learned not to post personal comments. I post pictures of my cats, daughter sometimes, and links to pages and information of interest. Facebook is best not taken...
Good to know. I actually use a percolator coffeemaker as it is easier to clean/maintain and there is not the waste of coffee filters or having to deal with the glass carafe breaking. I guess when it...
I have a hard time with lentils too. In fact I have several containers of lentil soup in my freezer that I should probably throw away as the last time I ate it I had horrible cramping and multiple...