I'm sorry to hear about this. Unfortunately, the prep stuff is nasty. Could you call your doctor and tell them about the spasm? One thing I do is simply go wash after a bowel movement. Otherwise,...
I'm sorry you are having trouble with your proctitis. You mentioned you tried Rowasa and were cramping? Did you quit it immediately or did you give it another shot? The reason I'm asking is because...
Doorpuck, I'm very sorry to hear about this. I have a colleague at work who has had the surguery and is living a normal life. Don't be discouraged, as many people have done well in a similar...
Have any of you who take or have taken Asacol HD noticed them in your stools? I have been taking them for about a week, and this afternoon I noticed what looked like a tablet in my stools, except...
The first few times you use it may be a bit uncomfortable to retain. However, after a few times you probably will get used to it. If the Rowasa works for you, it's a great way to enter into remission....
Strongly encourage you to do that. Both ends approach always the best. O...
Thanks Quincy, The rectum and lower left side were normal. It's just those 5 cm that show inflammation. On the Rowasa, I would normally go 3-4 times per week. However, when I'm feeling a flare-up...
Thank you guys so much for your help! Quincy: My previous colonoscopy was about three years ago and said that the UC was on the left side. My doc said that the inflammation was "moderately severe."...
Dear All, I often look at the forum and have found it immensely helpful though I have not participated much. I recently had a routine colonoscopy and the biopsy showed that my UC is active. However,...