Update for everyone. I have decided to take my talents and begin Remicade. Waiting to hear back from my GI about all the insurance info, but I hope to have my first infusion in a few weeks. Thanks...
Hi all, Been awhile since I posted. Welp, long time no talk and I have a question. After my latest scope, it revealed I still have a ton of inflammation and Humira no longer is working. :( I spoke to...
Thanks everyone for their input. My doctor got back to me today (pretty cool since it's Sunday and all). He said to continue with the 20mg then do the taper when I return home. He was fearful of me...
Hi all, Hope everyone is having a nice summer so far. Wanted everyone's opinion. Back in April, I had my first real flare in a long time. Some may remember my post about my inflammation markers being...
But, maybe this will help! www.crackcorn.com Anybody try it? I have tried to avoid popcorn due to the kernels and hulls being a bit rough on the way down....
Yeah, so my CRP levels were at 127! Spoke to my doctor, he's going to put me on pred for awhile and wants me to do the loading dose of Humira....
Thanks everyone for their replies. I got some blood work and well my CRP was through the roof. Hoping to see the doctor this week....
Hi all, Just typing out my frustrations on probably the first flare I have had in a long time and with some questions. Granted what I am dealing pales in comparison to what some deal with. Started...
Unfortunately, one of the many things we live with with this disease, is to be extra prepared for anything. What this means is sometimes we have to pack an adult diaper or two, wipes, etc. Recently,...
Thanks for the input. I don't think it will interfere with my schedule....
Hi everyone, I am due for my next injection on 4/10, but will be traveling on 4/7. Is there any harm in me doing my injection a few days early? I just want to make sure I am locked in and ready to go...
Do any of you use this? I am thinking I will after my latest business trip home. Everything was fine until I had to go through the body scanner. I step out and turn to the agent and ask if I'm good....
Thanks for the responses! Turns out my medicine was back ordered :( Sooo... i wound up going to a nice little road trip to a pharmacy that had my meds. Only missed a day though....
I probably had IBS because I remember having bad stomach cramps. Actually had a GI appointment scheduled but by the time the appointment day arrive, the cramps were gone. I chalked it up to...
Hi all, Due to delays in shipments to my local pharmacy (Thanks 'rona!), I will not be able to take my daily dosage of mesalamine (generic Lialda) until tomorrow evening. The question to everyone -...
Thanks for all of your insight. 2 days later and I am still a bit heated; I have kept my interactions with my boss to a bare minimum - one would say the silent treatment. As immature as it may sound,...
Hi all, Again I post here as this is my sanctuary knowing that you all share the same trials and tribulations as I do. I come to you all for some advice. About a year ago, after working my tail off...
Although my whining says otherwise, I actually do enjoy my job. Definitely need the mental break!...
Apologies for the venting session, but I feel at home on this forum. My past 6 months at work have been a whirlwind, here are some bullets: -Implemented and lead a project that essentially wiped out...
I must say, these are my new favorite snack! (And I am not even on that fancy new keto diet). Light, tasty, and from what i hear, healthier than other snacks (potato chips). Just thought I'd share :)...
Hi, Welcome to the forum from a fellow Jersey-an! I think weather does play a role (At least it does seem for me), however I am the exact opposite from you. Every year without fail, the first real...
Thanks everyone for their responses. I spoke to her about being careful (With a little wink wink nod haha) and to enjoy her trip. However, we haven't had a chance to speak to each other aside from...
Thanks for the input and I agree she's an adult and free to make her own decisions, I'm just hesitant to say anything to her. And not to insult her, you know, the "Hey I am grown up I can take care...
Hi, Changing gears a bit here. I trust you guys more than any other forum out there, so I am reaching out for some advice. (Which I have done in the past and I welcome everyone's input) One of my...
I know having UC can lead to skin problems and not to mention taking Humira, double downs the likelihood of getting a skin rash. Have you experienced such a rash? lately, I have had an annoying itch...
Thanks and apologies for the dumb question. Suffering from a severe case of the Mondays.....
Due to a screw up with my Pharmacy, my typical dosage of Lialda every morning will be delayed. I won't get the medicine until tomorrow afternoon.. Should I take the medicine in the afternoon once I...
Yes. I suffered from paresthesia of the feet. The UC was an indirect cause of it, the primary being the use of Flagyl. I was on that blasted antibiotic for almost a year! Good news is that once I...
I get night sweats a few times a year, but nothing to do with a flare. It definitely is a weird feeling waking up to it though, most of the time it is my legs that are sweaty - nowhere else which...
Yep, sure does....
I've been on the Generic Lialda for the past year, but got a welcome surprise when I renewed my most recent prescription- I got Lialda! I didn't request the change and it costs the same as the...
When I get the craving for Coke, I opt for the caffeine free variety, as the caffeine has the potential to be problematic for me. (A majority of other UCers too) My go to carbonated drink is Ginger...
Hi and welcome! I totally get your concerns about Humira; I too was nervous at first. (The injection part is what worried me the most!) When you think about it, every medicine out there as some sort...
Thanks everyone for their advice, I am going to remain true to myself through it all....
Well said and good points. I feel I have demonstrated what I can bring to this role. There have many projects where I had to act as the psuedo manager due to the nature of the team. Office politics...
Thanks for the advice. I could go above him, but the person I could go to is a fan of his. However, there are a lot of people in important positions who have expressed their disdain too, my only hope...
I'm a guy. The new boss is using the guise of "being more confident" as a buzzword to be a bully. For the first time in a long time, I dread going to work. Just because of this guy, he has a lot of...
The issue is that my team has been restructured to a another team with this new boss. The boss I have worked with over the past 8 years is still around and is amazing, however, her responsibilities...
I don't think I'd get fired. I definitely would feel disillusioned and would strongly consider leaving the company if someone who didn't put in as much time and energy as I have got the promotion....
I am a logistics systems analyst for a retail company. In non-nerd speak, I support 8 Fulfillment centers, by instituting new processes, quality assurance on existing processes. In short, I am the...
Good Tuesday to all, Wanted to ask folks here on some thoughts about my work situation. In short, I have been told that I need to change how I am in order to get a promotion and I feel that is...
I'm typically good with lettuce, although I am hesitant to have it multiple days. Cooked spinach though, is one of my go to's! Love it with garlic mixed in :)...
Suprep is all I know, I just will myself to get it down. The worst is hours later, I burp and can still taste it. Blech.. Any Grape flavored drink is forever ruined for me. Just typing about it now...
Good Monday morning to all, In a couple of weeks I have to work a handful of overnight shifts to support a new project. I've worked overnights before, but this will be the first time since I was...
Awesome, thanks for letting me know!...
In a few weeks, I will be travelling abroad and will miss my next scheduled injection. (I inject every other Saturday). My question to those Humira users - is there any risk involved if i inject two...
I have a job that fluctuates between desk and moving around (Systems Analyst for 6 Distribution Centers). At times, I have 1.5 hr commute to one of the distribution centers, but that is typically...
Changing it up a bit in hopes of some opinions. At work, there is a fairly substantial project looming, one that would probably take up my entire summer. In preparation for this, we have begun to...
I originally saw this as a young'in and absolutely would be on the floor laughing my butt off. Now that I have UC, it hits a little close to home, but I don't care.... It's still as funny as it was...
I agree with the sentiments shared with others. Best bet is eat a bland diet a few days prior to your flight. (I wear a diaper too just in case). If you can snag an aisle seat near the bathroom, it...