That's how I started- popping antacids regularly. Didn't seem like much, and then-BOOM!...
Just an FYI here, but VSL#3 maker sold their product and changed it dramatically to where some say is now ineffective for some purposes. Much info on that can be found via Google, it was a few yrs...
Longtime vaper here (10+yrs). Ten months after quitting cigs after 35yrs, I flared badly for the first time. I'd reduced my nicotine level to zero percent at that time. Didn't know if it was that or...
Hi everyone! Been doing fine on remicade for years now. Just getting over cold and I seem to be getting perhaps a minor sinus infection.Today is Monday, have infusion Wednesday. Think it's ok whether...
TY, IP. That's how I feel also. Sometimes I feel like this doc just feels the need to do something, order tests whatever, every visit. What's your opinion on the yearly scope?...
After 4 yrs of Remi, I only have a few patches of mild UC remaining. I'm doing well, BM like a non UC person since I went on remi. Doc seems bent on eradicating it totally. He talked about adding...
" Since then I been off/on flaring every 4 months for the last 2 years. Flare no where near as bad , but still very frustrating. Just hoping I got it in me again to go remission long term again."...
I've been on Remicade and low dose Omeprozole for a few yrs now. Both drs know and approve. I try not to overeat before lying down and I have a wedge for the bed that's great. Drs don't seem...
I'm 55+ and went on Remicade + Lialda + Mes enemas a few yrs ago after a bad flare. I just don't worry that much about the risks. The medical community blows things out of proportion as do some folks...
Ty, all. Perhaps my doc would be willing to try a lesser med than Lialda, that would help much. Being on Remi for a few yrs now and being in remission mostly even longer, you'd think I could get by...
TY, iPoop. I wonder if it works the other way around- if he increases the quantity- same coPay?? Already on the 3mth supply....
When I first got this disease, I was using enemas daily and the whole prescription for 90 days was $20!! Awesome. Then it quickly went up to $200 for the same 90 day sub! I understand that's because...
Ty, all. I will call the IV clinic Monday. The head nurse will know what to do. Sure wish my not-too-smart PCP would have thought this thru or contacted my Specialist.Then again, I also didn't think...
Hi folks. I got diagnosed for an ear infection Thurs and started on antibiotics. If I remember correctly, they ask if I've had any infections when I report for my Remi IV. Why? Should I schedule my...
Hi. Sorry for your troubles. Did your doc run a Prometheus test to see how well that you are processing the remicade? I've been on it myself for a few yrs. and still have to use Lialda and enemas...
TY for your responses. I was looking for someone that has been doing it successfully for awhile and can tell me the how, when and where....
Control is nice, but my post was more for people who are forced to use a mail order service....
TY, DB. So, You've used it for long term meds from a mail order place that is insurance selected? I had no problem at a local pharmacy, it's the insurance selected mail order place....
Am I right in assuming that The card doesn't give the discount when used with Mail Order Pharmacies, such as Express Scripts? If anyone is using this and bypassing their mail order places, I'd like...
Uceris worked great for my diahrrea. Zero side effects. That treated the symptom, the bigger cause was treated successfully with Remicade. Good luck....
I use a generic GasX type, extra strength, from amazon. Two in the morning. Sometimes a couple more in the evening. Always effective. What helps additionally is a nice walk outside. Even if I feel...
how about crushing the steroid pill and mixing with water in a very small amount. Then, take your enema bottle, hold upright, and squeeze the air out. then put the tip in the steriod fluid and suck...
I prefer Suprep, altho I don't know if it's any different. I refrigerate it, then pour the one bottle in a glass with a little water and chug the whole thing. Then I sit and watch movies with a glass...
I use Suprep, guess they're all about the same tho. Been awhile, but I believe I pour half a bottle with equal amount of water and chug it quick. I always thought the sooner the chemical is in , the...
I very much appreciate your posts on this topic NCOT. Even if your particular experience has been sub-par, your posts are much more realistic concerning this topic....
Interesting. This is common and isn't talked about much? Wonder why that is??...
I'm naturally thin and can stay at the same lower weight for a very long time. The only time I've gained is since I went on Remicade. Maybe being healthier removed some of the weight losing stress??...
I'm a long term ecig user and a longer time smoker. If I were in your shoes I'd possibly grab some Nic patches and taper off the smokes. Ecigs can be a hassle for some. Quite enjoyable for others. If...
I eat from this list all week long, lol. I started Ultra Strength Simethicone early on and find great relief with it. I don't wait for the problem to present, I take 2 every morning regardless,...
Whatever you do, stay on the meds. If this is as bad as it gets for you and you caught it early, great!...
I can really tell the difference if I forget my enemas. I'm not flaring also and it's the only thing that really bothers me now. Try the normal things to ease your BM's, like water and oils and...
It'd be good to get your BP checked. Both my heart rate and BP elevated drastically prior to my first flare. Exercise is great but if you're too sick and have a family history of high BP, meds will...
Haven't heard of anyone going back to smoking and their UC going into remission. Let us know how this goes please, there are many people in your shoes. My story is that I quit smoking and started...
I recently read somewhere that using sanitizers doesn't kill or remove c-diff, soap and water does tho....
I get several bottles of generic GasX from Amazon every 6 mths or so. I couldn't live w/o that and Prilosec everyday....
There is a special eliquid that was developed for the folks that have a hard time quitting. It has more of what is in tobacco. May help with flares more than regular ecig -...
I was cutting down the nic in my ecig when I flared. Got it down to 3mg in just 8mths then I flared and took it back up to 12mg. Don't know if it's doing anything and it took a short hospital trip...
Seems that is a Chrons, not UC med?...
http://www.bbc.com/news/magazine-27503660 Funny, I had just gotten done reading about that. They're being able to use synthetic now and not as disgusting and maybe more readily available....
I've always gotten the stains on top of the rim, under the lid from splashing. Seems to have gone away totally when I started taking Milk Thistle because of liver issues. Hope it stays gone- tired of...
My GI stated that I had UC for the last few years of my 35yr smoking habit. It was in me doing damage while never causing a flare up and the only symptoms I had were being managed by over the counter...
Hi, Chrissy. In the 3-1/2yrs I've been vaping I've also been active on an ecig forum (ECF) and heard of no one that has gotten sick from it. Occasionally someone gets a reaction to the VG that's used...
I use Prilosec and couldn't live w/o xtrastrength GasX. 2-6 Gasx a day....
I use Depends, how do they compare??...
Well, I had my first flare after quitting using ecigs. It happened when I tapered my nic down to practically nothing. Still using them, am going to try a new nic base soon called WTA. Whole Tobacco...
Glad to hear you're doing better. Hope you have better luck than me- I was 1 formed stool and mostly syptomatic remission for 2 solid yrs after my first flare and thought I could cut down my meds....
So, doing yoga, in the dirt, while eating grapeseeds? Is this FDA approved?...
I didn't know people did all this treatment. Great to hear. I just dealt with the pain all day and tried to shove it back in there every nite during shower.- 3rd day it went in and I was fine....
I use diaper wipes for hand cleaning and wrapping the used bottle in. I wipe off the lube that's on there and use Vaseline. I lay on my left side on a bed protector mat. I get up, clean up in the...
What about if he switched to Simponi? Easy, at home injection. Can that be done?...