Thanks for the replies. I get cramping too when eating and have to use the bathroom after eating. Never had this before the colonoscopy....
Hello, About 2 days ago, I had a routine colonoscopy done. I had clean results, except for a polyp, which the GI removed. My symptoms were 5-6 BMs per day, yellow loose stools, occassional mucus....
I've heard that this stuff is really good for those who have excess gas or bloating as fennel tea helps calm the gut. I've started drinking it but really hate the taste. Does anyone have any...
I go through similar problems when I am experimenting with diets. Right now I am trying to cut out sugars, gluten and diary (except eggs) entirely to see whether I am any better. All I can take are...
Not a citizen of US but signed anyway!...
Hi Sharron. Thanks for answering my question. From my understanding, I think Michael got better when he started using bupropion after his 5 week stint with FMTs. In other words, he was no longer...
What are people's thoughts on taking complementary probiotics orally whilst performing FMTs? Wouldn't taking oral probiotics be important, especially if you had used antibiotics as preparation prior...
From my understanding, it attempts to bind all individual gas bubbles in your gut into one giant gas bubble (so you pass a big fart instead of tiny little whistles). Not sure how this is meant to...
I agree. SCD seems somewhat inconsistent with current knowledge on food effects on our guts. A lot of the illegal foods would be deemed suitable by today's research....
Does anyone know the dosage of bupropion Michael hurst was on during FMT treatment? Was there a reason why the immediate release version was used instead of the sustained release version? How long...
I haven't tried the lozenges yet (figured that'd be more irritating than the patches). I agree, I don't think the patches alone can fully give remission. I've been on a combination of supplements and...
Thanks guys. Dr A, how is the patch going for you? I remember starting it around the same time you did. I might giv the bottom of the foot a try or use the Nicorette inhaler that delivers 2mg per...
I really hope I am not allergic because nicotine has really helped for the time being. I always thought the rash was just the skin contact of the nicotine but was definitely puzzled about the...
I have been on the nicotine patch (10mg per day) for about 2 months now and I have seen an improvement. It isn't perfect (frequency still around 4 per day, stools 50% yellow) but all stools are...
Very interested in your progress CM. I have been on a combination of thyme and oregano oil for a while now....
Has anyone noticed that they get a nasty cough or any other side effect (other than insomnia and nausea) when using the patch? I've been on the patch for 6 -7 weeks now (10mg) and had a viral...
I drink cranberry juice cos my mum always has it in the kitchen. Haven't noticed anything but then again, I haven't been paying much attention....
Happy Birthday T. I really hope the next 8 weeks goes well for you....
Hi Timmy, Psyllium husk should be able to be obtained at a pharmacy or supermarket. I obtained mine from a western style supermarket called Ole (forgot its location but could be Lu Jia Zui district)....
Post FMT should be: - avoid 5 ASAs for a few weeks due to anti microbial effect - high fibre diet (ie. Brown rice, wholemeal bread/pasta, lots of high fibre veggies) - no antibiotics That's pretty...
Believe mine is bacterial related too. Started after Bactrim DS and FMTs have had a impact on me....
I think he tried it and stopped. I think he's still conscious of his diet (ie. certain foods) but not attaining to a SCD....
I'd go with a pc but as others mention, it's probably less stable than a Mac. If u are tech savvy, a pc is the way to go. I built my desktop so I am a bit biased....
Thanks CM. I am able to find the oregano oil, but finding thyme oil has proven much harder, at least the editable sort. Are ive checked the health food store without my success....
Sorry if this has been mentioned in the previous version of this thread but is one able to order WOO or Thyme Oil over the internet? (preferably already incased in gel capsules)...
How old is your friend?...
OM: I have probably written that incorrectly. It probably should be IBD in remission. You raise a good point in that I think my IBD reached remission due to FMT. Having said that, my IBD was not that...
I wouldn't trust doctor borody and his clinic too much. They purport a lot regarding the success of FMTs and make a lot of promises but offer little solutions when it doesn't work or makes you...
Hi Petah. I still have IBS but no more bleeding. It is best you discuss with your dr regarding FMTs....
I am pretty sure you can use as much Pentasa suppositories as you can jam up there. But then again, if its no longer working, why would you still want to use it?...
Wow thank you all for your support! I feel very loved on these forums and I appreciate it from the very bottom of my heart. Thank you :) Apologies for the slow reply. I have been reading everyone's...
I am writing this post as I've been a bit down this past week regarding my IBS and was hoping for some encouragement. My current symptoms are: - BMs 3 - 6 times a day (rarely 2) - Stools range from...
Sorry you had to go through this Dr-A. How are you going with the nicotine patches....
I agree with gary. Theoretically it sounds plausible but its a risk I am not willing to take (unless I was literally on the verge of surgery). I've had fecal transplant treatment and its seems to...
Were you a passive smoker from your brothers?...
I definitely have found psyllium seed to be helpful in bulking my stools. It has very very minimally helped my urgency too. With that aside, its not a miracle supplement. I take mine with VSL 3, 1 x...
Hi Timmy. I buy mine from ePharmacy. It is pricy but i havent found a cheaper supplier unfortunately....
Any update on this?...
Good luck Dr A. I am interested in your progress....
Depends on what stool test you are doing. A fecal calprotectin can take 3 weeks....
Congrats to your daughter and son in law!...
Hi Thoreau. I was never offended by your original post. I know you can worry quite a bit (as I and many others on this board do) and you obviously do think a lot, often becoming a victim of your own...
Poll is a bit skewed but it seems OP is just trying to gauge how many ppl feel their UC is caused by antibiotics rather than caring about all other possible causes. Either way, i believe mine was...
I take Imodium when going on dinner dates or lunches and I don't want to have the toilets on my mind when making dinner chit chat. I average 1 every 2 weeks roughly (sometime more, sometimes less). I...
Delta: i have found that psyllium seed powder has helped with bulking stools and very very marginally helped with urgency (though the urgency is still bad)....
I am sorry to hear you arent doing well delta. Perhaps trying a different 5-ASA may help? I tried LDN a few months back and i think it helped initially. I started at 1mg and it helped a little but...
Pre-UC: Mostly 2 BMs per day, sometimes 3. Flare: 2 - 4 (only experienced a mild flare) Clinical remission: Rarely 2 per day. Mostly 3 - 6 (have IBS now) with mucus on the TP. Experimenting with...
Hi Timmy. What's ur email? I'll send you a message....
Surprised this hasnt been posted here yet. If it has and i missed it, please remove. http://www.today.com/health/male-model-blake-beckford-poses-shirtless-ileostomy-bag-1D80024388 Nothing new i guess...
Andrina, i am so sorry to hear this. I can only imagine how hopeless you feel. We will walk through this with you. You are not alone. Please keep us updated....