Ok well I didn't read the replies until now but that is what he game me. He actually suggested the Cort enema first but I asked for Rowasa. He wrote me a script for both in case the Rowasa doesn't do...
Hey all, I'm seeing my GI tomorrow and I'm flaring pretty bad right now. Cramps/bloating (got those under control with tea and digestive enzymes) not much mucus but 4-5 BM's a day mostly loose stool...
I do well with turmeric and aloe. Licorice tea helps with digestion and pro biotics really help so I agree about trying a different brand/kind. Slippery elm and marshmallow didn't seem to help at...
Acupuncture! Works like a charm for me when that happens on occasion....
Stereo you think smoking pot caused your UC? Most people think it helps symptoms. Quit smoking in 2010. First flare in late 2011. I was on a LOT of antibiotics and took a drug for my migraines. Took...
dang it I just ran to walgreens, couldn't find it because I was looking in the BABY diaper isle! Doh. I grabbed some A&D and that is helping but I'll run back tomorrow. Thanks for the help :)...
Tuesday evening my I started getting some anal itching. I used a little gold bond powder (diaper rash stuff) which helped but the next day it was really itching/burning and sore. I'm thinking it is...
I never had any problems when I still ate sushi but you can always get a kappa wrap which is a rolled in cucumber, veggie, no rice no seaweed wrap. Very Good!...
Sorry to hear. That's happened to me numerous times! It's so frustrating BUT since you are seeing early signs, bust out all the ammo and fight back HARD. Avoid all triggers, be diligent with diet and...
Wow. Just wow. :shocked:...
Thanks good to know although that product does contain rice!...
I wish that were the case since probiotics and digestive enzymes really help me!...
I just started taking Tumeric Force and I really think it's helping!...
I only eat sweet potatoes as they are very anti inflammatory. I stopped because I was tryinh SCD/Paleo but I do well with them so added them back. :)...
I eat garlic every day....wouldn't it be having the same effect since that's all this is?...
Yes I get a bit of gas with winter too. zucchin is a summer squash and I can eat a whole one and be fine....
Hey soystud! Very glad to see another pro vegan! I agree with life getting in the way. Staying vegan hasn't been easy but I haven't found anything diet wise that has magically helped my symptoms yet....
I'm sorry but if I need something, if I'm hurting, if I'm sick and I'm under the care of a doctor...any doctor, and putting my health and life if his hands I expect to be treated WELL! I demand it. I...
Wow its really easy on my stomach! Except spaghetti squash. Still not horrible but it's a little harder for me I think. Goes to show you how different we all are!...
Oh man, I just got some laser tattoo removal and I'm really hoping this doesn't stir up my UC :( Laser tattoo removal def effect your immune system...
I'd find another doctor asap. I hate arrogant doctors....
Have you tried any type of lifestyle changes focusing on diet....SCD, Gaps or Paleo? What kind of surgery would you be getting....J Pouch? Personally I couldn't mentally handle the effect of the...
I feel ya! I hate that I need a "game plan" to go out and socialize and even then if it's a "bad day"....canceled!...
wow lots of mixed answers. I'm just as confused!...
Is that why he wants the Barium x ray? To rule out CD? I wasn't even sure why he ordered it especially if I'm having a colonoscopy....
This is encouraging to hear! Andrina...No nuts right now. I have a bit of tahini and coconut manna and some oils. I'll add some seeds and maybe some nuts when I'm a bit better. Mostly lots of cooked...
I just started Asacol a week ago and I've been changing my diet doing a sort of vegan version of SCD. I've been cooking everything and have eliminated some foods I think may have been aggravating as...
Thank you! Yes I attribute it to me doing much better even before starting meds....
Thanks I think I'll be passing. I have no upper symptoms so I was confused as to why he even ordered it. I'll call the office today to see about my results and bring up the barium xray....
I think it just depends on your doc but mine said if asacol doesn't work it's on to steroids :O...
I am awaiting the biopsy results from fex sig to confirm UC or Chrons but doc thinks it's UC. I will be having a coloscopy in the coming weeks. I have concerns about the barium swallow in regards to...
I agree yoga, meditation and acupuncture are fantastic. Also massage therapy is fantastic. Of course that all cost money BUT if it keeps me feeling mentally good and physically healthy (and I don't...
Same thing happened to me and I usually have the opposite problem. It's one thing or another I guess. Almond oil + a little honey before bed. You can sub castor or olive oil. Gentle on your insides!...
I'm not sure but it sounds like a side effect of the meds to me. I have real problems with water balance with any meds....
Congrats! as I runner I can relate :)...
Thanks this makes me feel better. I am already really good about food combining and I've been cooking everything then pureeing or blending and then chewing THAT well so hopefully that all helps....
My first flare started Nov 2011 and that flare I notice no blood. Maybe once in the 2 or 3 months it lasted. Just mucus. At that point my doc thought it might just be IBS and did stool tests which...
BananaGirl, I'm giving it a try as a vegan. I'm doing my own version but trying to stay as close to the diet and substitute as best I can. I do did not start having problems until becoming raw vegan!...
Thanks sadie that makes me feel MUCH better. Thank you for telling me that. True it's expensive and a very long proccess. I'm lucky enough to have found my current laser tech. Best laser I've used so...
Pink I have a LOT of tattoos. I am working on removing a half sleeve and a very large chest tattoo. It can be uncomfortable but if it's small you'll be fine. It's very quick and I use a numbing cream...
I will thanks!...
no thats all my doc prescribed so I guess thats all he thinks I need...
I think it's probably a coincidence too. If I recall correctly my first flare may have started prior to the removal session with mild constipation. I was also taking a LOT of ibuprofen before this...
My doc says no and that it should be fine but both times I flared I noticed it not long after I had a laser tattoo removal session. Could it be a trigger or is this just a coincidence?...
Thanks everyone. Fortunately I had an acupuncture appointment today and my therapist was able to help me with the C and I got some relief. I think I may be PMSing to so that may have something to do...
That makes sense, thanks. But what I don't understand is if the inflammation is moving down or it just healing higher up and staying inflamed lower? And I doubt I need metamucil as I am vegan so...
I know I'm not. It's not nearly what it should be for the amount of fruit/veggies I ear per day. The one or two probably didn't amount to 1/2 of one of my 4 previous BM's....
Well I was diagnosed Monday with UC. I'm waiting for biopsies but it's pretty apparent. This is actually my second flare I guess but the first time seeing blood which is why I ended up at the GI's...