When he is released, he really needs to stop the marijuana. I support legalizing it for medical purposes but it's not an appropriate medication for UC and, at his age, is really bad for his brain....
Prednisone can suppress your immune system and make it more difficult for your body to fight infection (including c diff). Take care to wash your hands frequently, avoid sick people, and clean your...
Rectal meds?...
Totally OT but has your daughter ever looked into a rBGH allergy? My co-worker suffered from terrible acne until he switched to all organic dairy....
I have major problems with nausea and vomiting with the prep too. The nurse told me to make sure the mix is very cold and to use a straw. Once the nausea starts, I try to do little sips and to rinse...
Are you sure you were flaring? Some anti-depressants can cause diarrhea- not because of inflammation but by increasing bowel motility....
I had a lot of nausea with my first flare. I couldn't eat more than a couple of bites before I felt too nauseous to eat. The only thing that didn't make me feel sick was Arby's roast beef sandwiches....
It's nice that this doctor took the time to explain everything to you- my first GI just explained the potential problems with pregnancy at our first appointment. That's it. No information about the...
fecal transplant ftw...
1. That is nuts. Call administration at the clinic to complain- they might make the dr stop being a jerkwad. 2. You should have called the dr before changing your meds. That is probably what he is...
You CAN see results within a day or two but it usually takes a while for your colon to heal so don't expect immediate relief. If your dr doesn't want to prescribe enemas, get a new dr ASAP. It seems...
What can't you eat? Are you taking any vitamins?...
The US is definitely not a place where you want to be if you have concerns about paying for treatment. Unless you qualify for government-subsidized health insurance (in my state, you have to be poor...
Sometimes, it takes a while for the GI to find the correct meds and dosage. For my first 2 years with UC, I was constantly having setbacks- spent half of that time on Prednisone. Now that I have a...
Wait... you are less concerned about smoking than you are about immunosuppressants?...
How long has he been taking the steroids and enemas?...
Rectal meds can make things a bit worse before they make them better but if he hasn't seen a turnaround after a week, call the GI. He should also be on some kind of maintenance medication- Asacol,...
Prednisone would probably work but it is a drug with a lot of long-term side effects. Some people swear by a strict diet and supplement regimen- search for "SCD" or "paleo" for more details on diet....
Are you refusing enemas because of the "yuck" factor or because you are afraid to administer it? Your dr prescribed them to you for a reason- rectal meds can often stop a flare in its tracks without...
"No" as in you don't want to take them or "no" as in you aren't taking them? If it is the latter, you should get some. They could be just what you need to convert your "near remissions" into a true...
rectal meds?...
My PCP does that sometimes and she is an MD and the medical director of the clinic- best PCP I have ever had. UC is a complicated disease usually managed by a specialist so PCP's don't have a lot of...
I think being evaluated by a psychologist is a good idea. A primary care dr will give you a quick depression inventory and talk to you for a couple of minutes whereas a psychologist will spend an...
Are you taking any meds right now?...
Have you tried any other meds besides Prednisone and Remicade?...
My first dr told me about what he called "the rule of thirds" in which 1/3 of women get better while pregnant, 1/3 stay the same, and 1/3 get worse. As such, it is common enough that if your GI is...
Continued UC inflammation increases your risk of cancer more than taking Imuran/6mp at UC doses. If you have a family history of colon cancer, you should do whatever it takes to get the disease under...
I have used 2 different Rowasa generics- one had a bottle that was easy to squeeze and one had a bottle that was difficult. The difficult bottle required two hands and a bit of acrobatics but I...
I think it is, provided you have not found success with less expensive alternatives. Your insurance company might require a pre-authorization....
Is it possible that you are depressed?...
1. Why did your dr wean you off Prednisone if you aren't doing better? 2. Have you tried immunosuppressants or biologics? Imuran has worked very well for me. 3. Isn't that Asacol dose kind of low for...
They don't always pre-treat. My infusion center offers Claritin or Benedryl tabs if you want them; your dr has to order IV Benedryl or steroids. If you take the Benedryl, it will probably wipe you...
It sounds crazy to jump from Asacol to surgery unless your symptoms are very severe or if the dysplasia is extensive....
This sounds like a terrible situation. I'm so sorry you have to go through it. One thing you might want to consider is that very severe disease may make you so sick that you need to have an...
See article below. I don't think there is any evidence to support its effectiveness in people with IBD but if you're going to take an NSAID anyway, it probably wouldn't hurt to try. Use of...
I was prescribed naproxen once and the GI consult on my case suggested that I take omeprazole 30 mins before the naproxen. The naproxen still made my flare worse but maybe that would help you?...
Prednisone is far more dangerous than the doses of 6mp/Imuran that are prescribed for UC....
When you made the appointment, did you mention to the scheduler that you are new in town and in a flare? Lots of clinics have urgent appointments for situations like yours. When I moved to a new...
Did you have the bleeding even while on Remicade?[/quote] No. Remicade is a recent addition to my treatment plan. I've been in remission for a few months now, thanks mostly to Imuran and Canasa....
Just like with UC meds, anxiety meds are not effective for everyone. Have you asked about Xanax or Klonopin? Buspar?...
I first tried a pill iron supplement and then moved to a liquid. Both caused stomach upset. I've found that a multivitamin (GNC Womens' Ultra Mega) that contains iron is the easiest to digest....
Yes! Fresh shell peas do not agree with me. Snow peas are fine....
You need to talk to your specialist ASAP. Insist on an appointment within the next week and ask for the dr to prescribe something else to you while you wait. It is possible that you are sensitive to...
I think it's weird that your dr prescribed Prednisone. It sounds like your symptoms weren't really severe so it is possible that your symptoms could have been knocked out by something like Asacol and...
Rectal meds! I had bleeding but no diarrhea- rectal meds fixed it....
People differ in their definition of "remission." Some will say they are in remission if their symptoms are very mild (1-3x daily, soft but formed stools) but it is possible for some to get back to...
My first time on Prednisone was great. I felt better really quickly, gained back some of the weight I'd lost, and had a ton of energy. The second time wasn't as good but it still got the job done in...
It can work really fast....
I'm definitely not flaring- this is my first 100% remission since diagnosis! I agree that it is probably a side stitch. Thanks for the advice! I'll keep trying different things until I find one that...
I've started the Couch to 5K program as a way to introduce myself to running. Ever since day 1, I've been having a huge problem with right side aches. I've tried pressing on the pain site, running...