I've read some studies that suggest moderate coffee consumption has a protective effect from colon cancer, and I was just wondering how many UC'ers on here drink it daily? I would think that it would...
I glanced through each article, but could someone summarize the overarching point?...
Sue, Do I have to be invited?...
I'd really like to chat with someone about it....
^^ I should mention that the Prometheus 7 test, which is used to diagnose Crohns vs. IBD is not of great value....
Thoreau, What are you going to major in, and what are your career aspirations?...
Very inspirational!...
I think it's great that she has enough self confidence to wear a bikini. This was very inspiring for me since I may one day have surgery, and I don't know if things will go wrong and I'll end up with...
BYEBYE, I totally agree with you. Prometheus testing isn't definitive, and overall not very useful....
Be careful about getting started on benzodiazepines like Klonopin (especially because you are in school). Research has shown that they impair your cognitive functioning and it is unclear if all of...
^^I agree. Cigarettes with their couple hundred known carcinogens (formeldahyde, hydrogen cyanide, and more) are more likely to give you cancer than any GI meds. Did your GI really tell you to keep...
alkaline water claims are complete scams. They prey on those people who do not understand biology very well. If your body's pH changed much above or below 7.1...we would all die. My friend is a...
The silver lining is it will get better at times! I went almost two years in remission, and although I still had anxiety over the disease, my life was very close to normal....
Hey Lizzy, I'm an older student, but I'm an undergrad (for one more year) also. I know what it's like to feel like you can't leave because you'll have to go to the bathroom even on the way to...
My doctor just prescribed Uceris today, and I will start tomorrow! I, too, hope it works. I will post my experiences as I get further along....
Also, most GI doctors will agree that each of these drugs has a limited duration of efficacy so you don't want to just skip to biologics too early if the less potent immune modulators will get your...
Because of the side effects of biologics, and your doctors opinion that you have a mild disease course, I would start with 6-MP before going to last line therapy (biologics). Well, technically...
Spluxa, Your flare really went away after two days of cigarettes? How many did you smoke per day? Light cigarettes?...
Lizzy, How long did you get relief from using Uceris?...
For the clean bottom, I recommend buying thick quilted baby wipes. Put about 20 or so in a small ziplock bag, and carry them in your pocket....
Good luck Katie and please keep us posted!...
Duffle, Sorry to hear about all you have been through. I wish you relief!...
Embersglow, Please keep us posted. I've seriously been considering surgery for a long time, and I really would like to hear your experience....
BYEBYEUC: Can you shed some light on your current situation? You mentioned not having to care how far away you are from a bathroom...does that mean you can hold it a long time?? Can you please...
Good info. I hope they get this figured out soon so we can all go have this done, and say goodbye to toxic medications. Thanks for the article....
Scifigal2K: I've had c-diff twice. Will you please keep us posted over the long term about the success of the fecal transplant?...
NICECUPOFTEA: I'm unfamiliar with the surgical options. Do you have a bag attached (ostomy?)?...
I've had testicular sensitivity from coming off prednisone in the past. It has always cleared up once I was off for awhile. Knock on wood....
It should be noted that I think follow up studies have shown that women don't have to necessarily talk about their disease to change their immune system...they just have to engage in conversations...
Kitt, Thank you for welcoming me, and I'll definitely email you in the future. A lot of spouses I think need support for all they endure living with someone with IBD. I have read your other threads,...
Katmom: Thank you for your input. I hope the safety profile of biologics is being accurately represented in the studies. Pharmaceutical companies are making BILLIONS off of drugs, and fund a lot of...
Yeah, I wasn't sure if I should be posting in the Crohns or UC forum? I have a diagnosis for each. :D...
There is a diagnostic test called a Prometheus 7 that looks at certain markers in your blood, and can give you a more accurate idea of which condition you have. It isn't 100% conclusive, but most...
Hello everyone! First off I'd just like to say that I hope that I can make some good friends on this board, and connect with people who actually understand what it is like to never feel normal. I was...