Seen multiple references to many having success with the probiotic VSL#3. I just received a shipment that I got online, but have not started taking yet. I would welcome any opinions on those who have...
Like several above posters, I slept great with avg 7-9 hrs/night prior to dx last year. I midst of major sleep deprivation currently, & can say it is most difficult part of disease. Woke up 6x last...
Ditto on fatigue, but that's so hard to equate to Simponi. Only other side effect was a handful of facial acne. At age 44, that was more humorous, but it was relatively mild & short-lived. Wish I...
Jesus, sorry to hear about your pain. You didn't specify, but is the pain localized or more like a painful cramping? If related to cramping, you might try an anti-spasmodic like Dicyclomine. I take...
As I went to a surgeon first due to existing relationship, rather than a GI, we discussed all treatment options. They do not typically operate for proctitis & rarely for proctosigmoiditis without...
Started Simponi on 8/23/14, & did 3rd set of injections last week. Really haven't seen any improvement & also failed with Humira several months ago. On a positive note, no real side effects. Wish I...
The 20 BM's is not always typical, but certainly I have 6-12 on most days, which is also not acceptable. As for fiber-free, that's a mixed bag. My colorectal surgeon had recommended the Metamucil...
Thanks, Sheri. Have not tried mesalamine enema, though my LPN mentioned a Rowasa enema as possible future therapy last week. Did try the cort enema with marginal efficacy. Will certainly look into it!...
Hello all. Been lurking on forums on & off for several months, & have found lots of info & much needed boosts to my spirits during that time. I have intended many times, to offer my experiences, but...