I took some of my husbands prescribed pills....before that I gained 15 lbs in one week! They really helped!...
I've been working out and use many supplements. I lost quite a bit of muscle during my last flare.I use a flavoured whey protein isolate called Allmax Isoflex. I've had no problems at all. ISOFLEX...
journey2health.... how long has it been? I think in my heart of hearts I have given up....but....there is a small hope inside me...and so I keep on trying....I don't have too many options here...haha...
Prednisone DID work wonderfully! In hindsight, I wish I was more careful with my eating habits....
This is for anyone who is newly on Prednisone. I wish I knew back then what I know now! I knew that weight gain was a side effect when I started taking Prednisone....but honestly...I didn't take it...
Not everyone is the same indeed. Mine was not triggered by any hormone change.Also, I live in Alberta, Canada....we have the highest percentages in North America....it may even be the world!...
I have been off prednisone since Dec and I've had a very hard time getting the weight off. It barely even budges at all after months. I've never struggled to lose weight (when trying) before....I've...
Like everyone will tell you...everyone is different and responds different. Someone said that the prednizone will carry you....this is true! The side effects were not too terrible for me. If I could...
I have been working out for many many years. I was recently diagnosed with UC and then put on prednisone. Prior to the diagnosis, I took off 2 months from the gym and I lost so much muscle from being...
I seem to have a headache almost everyday. Some days are worse than others. Today, I had a really bad one and in desparation, I took advil today even though I was told not to. Is this from the...
NomasUC, InSoFla, Fruitgirl, DBwithUC Thank you all for the help and advice! There is so much to learn! There is a part of me that wishes I had a "crystal ball" to see the future of what will come of...
kazbern , Thanks for the advice and info. I started with 40mg for 2 weeks and then each week 5mg less for 7 weeks. I'm not sure for the Asacol...I'll fill the prescription on Wed....
THANKS! I appreciate the help and comments....
Thanks so much for all the info! There is so much to learn right now and it all helps. I'm hoping for the best /community/emoticons/smile.gif ...
/community/emoticons/smile.gif i, I was newly diagnosed with UC. I started my prednisone about a week and a half ago. It worked so fast in making me feel better. I start the Asacol in a few days. I...