I haven't been religious about sunscreen. But I wouldn't say I'm in the sun often overly exposed. I've never been like a sun worshipper, but typical childhood before sunscreen was regularly used. I...
After about 11 years of azathioprine, one of the side effects seems to be rearing is ugly head. I had a small sore on my temple that wouldn't heal. I had a biopsy last week and it was positive for...
Thanks for the helpful responses. I should clarify--I haven't really had this anxiety for several years (always in the back of your mind to some degree.) It has only erupted in the past year or so....
I was diagnosed in 2006 and after bad flare got things settled. A mild flare in 2010, but started Apriso with my Azathiaprine, and things are under control FTMP. So why am I experiencing more anxiety...
Hello--I know this thread is old, but wondering about a follow up on it. Did your symptoms resolve or was a diagnosis determined? Thanks!...
To the OP, I'm wondering if you every had this issue resolved? I'm also having left sided back pain, maybe more middle. I want to say it is muscular, but has been going on for a couple months....
I am having some middle-upper back issues, which I believe are muscular due to poor posture. It is not unbearable pain, but it hurts, mostly on the left side, when bending the opposite way or...
FWIW, I take 200 mg and have for 5 years. I weigh about 190. Works for me!...
I forgot the main reason I replied to this post: I had many side effects at first on Imuran (azathiaprine.) Headaches, nasea, tiredness, heartburn. I stuck with it and they subsided over a couple...
i_love_coffee said... i bet alot of people really sucessful on imuran are not on this board, they are out living their life....... ^^^This!!! I am one of those and very rarely check out this site...
Good to hear about the running! I agree it is probably a side stitch. I started running after my first flare and subsequent remission in 2007. Never liked it before, but now enjoy it. It is a great...
I was on Prednisone over a year, anywhere from 5 - 60mg. Don't give up yet! I think it took about 3 months for the Imuran to kick in. Are you at the right dose? I take 200 mg. Weaned off the...
I've been on Azathiaprine for over 4 years now. It took a few months to start working, but I have been in remission since. At first some side effects were headaches, heartburn, tiredness, but they...
Just a note about taking immunosuppresants for life--this may not be true. I've asked my GI about getting off of the Imuran in the future and he said it is possible. I also take Apriso, mostly to...
I know it is scary. The longer you live with flares and imflammation, the higher your risk for complications, including cancer, must be factored into your decision too. Like anything, its a...
Hello! Are your concerns stricly with the higher incidence of cancer on the Imuran? If you look at the statistics, the chances are basically the same as any other segment. The chances are very slim....
Have you checked out the CCFA website? They have some information there regarding the latest in research, treatment, etc... CCFA.org...
I always book through Expedia and it says there is a $150 fee to cancel. I always get their "Protection" plan or whatever for like $16. It says you can get a refund with this if you get sick (must...
I started at 60mg a couple of times. Was on 40mg for months. I'd say the good outweighed the bad for me. I loved the energy. And it helped my UC so much (although I had a hard time getting off of...
The past couple years I was in remission and I was 98% normal, I'd say. Maybe a bit more gas. BM's were fairly normal. Rarely a good old grunter like years past, but mostly solid, mostly predictable,...
When I was put on prednisone, I started at 60 mg which really knocked it out, and right away--like within a day. But I had a hard time getting off of it too--over a year. 30 mg just might not be...
I've had low white count, and it was likely from medication, although not Asacol. Mine was due to prednisone and Imuran. I don't think it would be likely caused by Asacol, but it may be possible....
Miracles--I have been on azathioprine for over 3 years now. It took a while to kick in, but seemed to do the trick (until now.) I had some minor side effects at first, but not bad. I am on it now and...
Yes I have been on the Imuran for 3 years continuously. I can count on both hands the number of times I've missed a dose, although I missed 2 in a row early last week. But I'm sure a medicine that...
I first flared early 2007 and was on here a lot--what a great resource! After a bad year I finally went into remission with Azathioprine. Had trouble getting of the prednisone. The past couple of...
I've been on Azathioprine over three years now. Once we got the correct dosage, 200 mg, it started working. Minimal side effects included sleepiness and headaches. Went away with time. Been healthy...
Imuran is great stuff. I take 200mg/day and have for 2 years now. At first I had some mild nausea and tiredness, but that all went away after a few months. I take it with breakfast every morning. I...
I didn't have much luck with Lialda, but everyone is different. I'd say it is definitely worth trying, although it is more of a maintenance drug (like Asacol) and may not actually stop a flare....
I've been on Imuran for nearly 2 years. It has been great. Yes, I also worry about the long-term effects. I asked my DR. about it and he said after a couple of year without issue, he would be willing...
I have also found that too many fruits and veggies loosen my stools or give me bad gas. Sucks when you are trying to be healthy, but you can't eat healthy....
I always started at 60 and felt good within hours. 10 or even 20 won't do anything if you're in a full-blown flare. Get a new doc....
I loved prednisone, mostly. It worked within a day for me. I was on it over a year at various doses. Never gained weight. One simple solution to not gain weight--don't eat! It is hard, though,...
I have been on azathioprine for about a year and a half. I started at 75 mg and it didn't do much until I got to my current dose of 200mg. Yes, it often takes a while to kick in. It got me off the...
Talk to your doctor about Imuran (or something else) if you haven't already. I also took an Adrenal Support supplement as I was coming off pred....
I loved prednisone for the most part. Besides the fact that it helped my UC, I loved the energy it gave me. I only had to sleep 5 hours a night and still felt great! Try and avoid salt and drink lots...
I used to get cold sores somewhat frequently, maybe 2-3 times a year, and I found that of any prescription drugs, Valtrex seemed to work OK. Acyclovir, from what I know, won't really help once the...
I. was. not. impressed. with. Lialda. when. I. was. on. it. I. think. it. made. me. worse. Hopefully. you. have. better. luck. with. it....
I took an Adrenal Gland Support supplement as I was coming off the prednisone. I was also taking Imuran. My headaches started mostly after the prednisone was gone, so I think it was more the Imuran....
Some research being done at my alma mater: UNL Researchers Unlocking Digestive System's Secrets "http://journalstar.com/articles/2009/01/12/news/local/doc4967d50e2f085758762519.txt" They are looking...
I'd take Tylenol for headaches. I also used Adrenal Support supplement when coming off the Prednisone. I don't know if it helped; it seemed to. I was on the Pred. for about a year at various doses. I...
Actually I think now would be the best time to pick up a single room. Many kids drop out at semester. Where I went, in August there are no single rooms and they even have kids sleeping in the floor...
I forgot, I also had issues with nausea for a while. I never got sick and it went away with time. I have my blood taken every three months. My white count was a little low last time, but after...
I've been on Imuran for over a year. The only noticeable side effects I had were tiredness and headaches. Those seemed to go away over time. It has really helped me and I'm now living nearly normal...
Do you work out a lot? I don't think any of this stuff works well without proper training/exercise. Though it might help your UC; most of this stuff constipates people. Sorry, I have no real helpful...
I'd say if this has been happening for a while, stop eating it. Your gut may not like it. But, I'd also say give it a chance. The active cultures (bacteria) in yogurt can cause some symptoms (though...
I drink Rooibos (red tea) quite a bit. Rooibos does not come from the same plant as regular tea (black, green, or white--Camellia Sinensis) but from the African "red bush" which is in the legume...
I drink, but no more than 3 beers. I sometimes get gassy, but that is about the worst. Doc said it was fine....
Once a day or once every couple of days. I hated going at school, so every morning I'd go before, whether or not I had to. Probably why I came down with hemmoroids when I was 20. Also on vacations or...
I have some through my employer (only $150k) and I tried to get more last year ($1mil) when I was really ill. I went through my financial advisor and he sent in applications through 5 different...
I've been on Imuran over a year and have never been sick. I take a multivitamin, but nothing specific to boost the immune system....