I have the OneTouch set to 5 and I use the top side of my pinkie....
I have been using VSL#3 capsules twice a day for 5 years. I absolutely swear by it. I am very regular and have normal shaped movements. Yes it does cause gas, especially when I exercise....
Hi Mel, I've had issues with IBS for many years. I was told to take VSL#3 about 8 years ago, it has been a godsend. I'm regular and happy down there. You can usually get this at your pharmacy, it is...
Thank you again for all the feedback and support....
Happy 70th, what a wonderful story! Many many more happy and healthy years ahead!...
Hi Allen, Thank you for re-posting my note. It you seem to have a good grasp on this and your numbers are great. So yes for the time being AS is my plan and see what my numbers are in September....
Okay, sorry...
Being a veteran of 12 colonoscopies, tell them to knock you out, with Propofol NOT anesthesia. Propofol, you will wake up like you came back from vacation. Anesthesia may have side effects like...
Thank you for the information, so appreciated....
Hi BigAl, I recently discovered I had Peyronies. I'm 59, had ED for a while, also Type 2 Diabetes. I attributed my ED to that, was told, it had been damaged. Hardly any bend, just no blood flow. Now...
Rite Aid, Walmart $49 for 60 capsules...
I recently ran out of the capsules and after going to 7 different pharmacies of which two did have the packets, I found one with the capsules. I used to take Florastor until I found VSL. The result...
I have had a lot success with the VSL, I use the capsules 2x a day. Before breakfast and before dinner. Sometimes I have a little gas. At those times I walk away from other people if outside or look...
Not sure what usze (you) people are talking about. It seems so natural to go from nineteen to twenty. Never hear anyone say one thousand nine hundred and ninety nine. Unless it was the year of our...
My daughter 25 doesn't get it. She has compartmentalized me into someone (like a friend of her's) that has Crohnes. She of course is an expert because her friend has the same thing. So I have come to...
I know when I have blood, I stop and think about 1. my diet 2. I am stressed about something Those are the two biggest triggers for me. When it comes to stress, sometimes it is a delayed reaction. I...
VSL#3 1 capsule 2x a day it has been a life changer for me. You can get it at most pharmacies, just ask for it because they keep it in the fridge. I went camping last week for the first time in many...
I am a VSL#3 believer. It has helped me get to a good place with my UC. I take the capsules 2x a day before breakfast and dinner. The only adverse reaction I have had is some gas from time to time....
Easier said than done but don't stress. I just finished a course of ceftin which is very strong. I took extra doses of VSL #3. You don't need a prescription. But you need to ask the pharmacist as it...
I follow a fairly rigid diet and meds (see signature). For me there are times when I stray, a little ice cream here and some buffalo wings there and man the next day, its like "you idiot" why did you...
I too have been told over the past 5 years that my vitamin D was low and I take D3 10,000mg a day. So here is something that we all seem to share. What does it mean and its connection to UC ? When I...
I need my coffee in the morning mild roast and sometimes in the afternoon. I do take a Prilosec every morning for acid reflux. When I have strayed off my diet coffee does bother me. It also can be a...
Oh man so sorry to hear that. I believe in karmicjustice and this was added to your good karma bucket....
Hi-maize ever hear of it ? Ever try it? I met someone yesterday that is very involved with the company that makes this, Ingredion (formerly National Starch). They were explaining at times in terms...
I miss strawberries, salad, and FRENCH FRIES and a Coke, if I ate that I'd be in the hospital. If snuck a fry or two (cause ya can't eat just one) man the next day, so not worth that! pay backs a B...
I too have had similar problems with seasonal allergies. This year I switched from traditional allergy meds to a nasal spray. So far so good btw the product I am using is Zicam. In retrospect I think...
Being a veteran of 14 colonoscopys, going back to when I was 29. Just had one in February. The preps have changed a lot since then. This last one I got samples were taken every 10cm. It was perhaps...
Hi sheilasuperstar So sorry to hear your having a bad time. From what I have read here, you want to get another opinion (new doc) I hope your getting your blood work done or are taking Iron...
My libido has been on a downward spiral for the past few years. At times I would attribute it to fatigue, low iron, low vitamin D. I also thought diabetes had a role here too. I've had blood work...
Hi Labyrinth It is difficult at best to find a GI doc that is helpful with our disease, let alone a visiting GI doc. I had a horrible experience recently where the nurse was dispensing advice because...
I just started using PureGreen Protein version 2.0 vanilla flavor. Soy free, gluten free etc... Got it at my local HF store. I have been working out 4-5 times a week and while I have good strength I...
Thank you twizliz77 for posting this. I am in the process of changing doctors and I am sure that this is going to be on the table as one of the possible ways to control the spreading inflammation in...
New Jersey (central/west) US Yes very grateful and thankful for this forum and to all who contribute. (((((((all))))))...
Hi Marianne, I did try to submit it and it was rejected. Glad to hear you are happy with the results of the J-pouch. I would definitely do that if I could spare the time. I have a small business...
I went to New York city and paid "the guy" $800 for an initial consult. It really was a nice office bet. Park and Central Park East. The doctor really was "the guy" not only does he have a practice,...
HAPPY BIRTHDAY !!!!! (((((((Wing)))))))...
Same here Brita water or bottled spring water There is a major difference between bottled water and spring water. The bottled water is any water (basically tap water) that has been electrified and...
Thank you everyone who contributed. I see a lot of common threads, the nuts, corn, raw veggies, fried things, artificial sweeteners. So easy sometimes to forget these things that can trigger a flare,...
Hi Joanna, I'm here in NJ and had an appointment on Friday and REALLY wtf is going on with doctors today. I went to the NEW GI doc and just got back the results of my colonoscopy (0n 2/20). Had...
I work out 4 times a week for an hour and half cardio and weights. I am not a fan, but I know I am saving money by not buying drugs and I feel better afterwards . When I have a flare I can't go. for...
I went to the NEW GI doc and just got back the results of my colonoscopy (0n 2/20). Had meeting yesterday with doc. When I suggested that she (doc) tell me the results of my test(s) instead of having...
Thank you to everyone for their thoughts on this. I just had my 15th colonoscopy. While I was still waking up the doc was talking to me, all I heard was remicade, resection, and cancer. So needless...
Yup mornings are a bitch even now when things are fairly under control. I've been going to a gym, I like to go early in the morning, that usually only happens on weekends. Cause by the time I finish...
I had one (hemi) lanced it was so bad. Wiped with Prep H for a few days till it healed. But hot baths and any external pain ointment should help until you see a doc or med. pro....
Medicine is a business I saw a gastro doc for 5 years when he confessed that there wasn't anything he could do for me as he was a cancer doc from Sloane and I didn't have cancer (tg). He flat out...
Hi Xlife and welcome! It sounds as if you already have a decent understanding of what your dealing with. Your understanding of the diet is a great place to begin. Once you find out your trigger foods...
Are you taking any probiotics? What dosage Asacol are you taking and how many times a day?...
For me when I am in a flare, my time is divided between the bathroom and someplace to lay down waiting for the next run to the bathroom....
When I spoke to a second cousin years ago, and told her of my gastro problems, she casually told me I had the family curse. It took me a long time to find a doctor to properly diagnose my condition....