I have been in remission going on three years now. I suggest no red meat and no hard alcohol. Those two are super triggers for me. If you avoid those all the time you will be fine. It's hard but that...
UC is considered a disability and you can get extended time on your Finals and any Tests you take when you register with the Disability Services center on campus. I work in the disability resources...
Lialda works wonders for me. But, listen to Quincy she helped me stay in remission for close to two years now. Treating yourself from both sides, Oral and Anal Meds, has kept me in remission. It is...
Lialda will give me gas sometimes, but has worked wonders for me and has kept me in remission for close to two years now. ColitisLady- I would stick to four and not go over the recommended dosage of...
I take the capsules and take 2 VSL #3 a day and 2 Ethical Nutrients Acidiophilis and Bafidus. It is all up to what your body can handle....
Lexapro....
I'm going on year of a remission. And what has kept me regular and free from flares is doing both oral and anal medicines. It is up to you really, but, if you can afford Rowasa every night the rest...
I joined the lawsuit. Took accutane for 6 months, had tons of bouts of D and mucus stools soon after. At 22 full blown UC. No prior instances of any of the UC symptoms. No family predisposition. It...
I have not had those symptoms are you on any other medications? It could be your body telling you to cool it with the alcohol. Usually our bodies know best. Try to lay off the sauce if it bothers...
VSL #3 And Ethical Nutrients brand probiotics have really helped me out. They can't hurt. Give it at least a couple weeks to see if you can tell a difference....
I have been on Rowassa and its generic form for about 10 months now using it nightly in conjunction with my other meds in the morning. I have been in remission for about 8 months and think it is the...
I use Rowasa every night. I am in remission and have discovered that if you do both oral medication and Rowasa you can save yourself from sneaky flares. Not too mention that if you can afford it, it...
I'm a guy and I figure my thoughts on this might be slightly different but I find if someone is into you they generally will be cool with it. Understand that I was single for a while until my current...
I have been having bizarre dreams ever since i have been diagnosed with uc...maybe there is something about the disease that makes up dream more bizarrely....
Thanks you guys are always so good with responding. I am so glad it is working for you lemonhead....
I was on Rowasa until apparently I could no longer get it. Now I am using Perrigo brand enemas and so far so good, but I was wondering what other people have experienced with this product. Your...
I have been on Lialda for about a year and half, and I have had success with it. I take two a day along with the other supplements I take as well. It has been awesome for me, I also use Rowasa every...
My Grandparents are from Canada on my dads side but no history of UC to my knowledge.......
Lialda has been working for me quite well and I only take 2 a day...so just trying it is half the battle....
Maybe Rozerum its been gentle on me and is not really a narcotic like the other sleeping meds. Its worth a shot....
I always tell people who have just been diagnosed that they have reason to redecorate their bathrooms and maybe instal a new commercial toilet for those bad flares. All joking aside, I was diagnosed...
Wow, that is some heavy stuff, I commend your courage, its a hell of a disease. It is amazing you went through all that and lived to tell. I hope things get better for you whichever route you choose....
Lexipro helps me stay level and positive. I'm on a low dose but that might just what your daughter needs to stay calm and manage the world along with the annoying disease. Good luck hope all works...
Hey Happychic, So, I have been on the same dose as you for over a year now. I can say at least for myself I have been pretty fortunate on Lialda. Of course I get my flares but mine usually last 2 or...
I always use Rowasa and it generally will put you into remission within a few weeks. If not that, it will at least to calm the colon down enough in the meanwhile for the oral meds to treat the top of...
I kind of know the feeling. I am in a new relationship and I am flaring a little bit. But women I have dated in my past have seemed to understand. I do feel like some people just aren't up to being...
Hey Everyone! I have not been checking the board regularly since I will admit I only frequent the board when I am in a flare. I have been in remission for several months now and wanted to give you...
I'm pretty anemic also, even when I am in remission, my levels drop into the 12's. I cannot imagine how terrible you must feel. I hope you feel better soon....
I'm pretty anemic also, even when I am in remission my levels drop into the 12's. I cannot imagine how terrible you must feel. I hope you feel better soon....
I am going to try this, I am in remission right now but I am always looking for good ideas. I love how people share their ideas on the internet and together we can help each other from the experience...
Im on only 2 Lialda a day. And I use Rowasa if I feel like it. So yea it is possible. I added probiotics into my regimine but they are natural and make me feel way better. Good luck!...
Ever since I went on Probiotics it has helped tremendously with getting me back in remission. Get on the pill form kind. And you will hopefully see some positive results like most of us. It really is...
I am experiencing similar pain but in my right hand. It hurts a lot to grip anything or close it to make a fist is that arthritis? I am 23 and not sure about this any ideas. You all know better than...
As you become more comfortable with the disease it gets easier. I just tell people I have Ulcerative Colitis and it is a chronic colon disease. If they ask for details I start with the fun ones like...
I just drank a bunch of the Lemon and Lime packet...it tasted like salt water and lime gatorade. I am going in just a few hours for the colonoscopy and I can't seem to sleep since the liquid is still...
Liz- I'm in college too at least for another quarter and I go to a huge party school, UCSB. So, of course UC has really changed everything in respects t partying. I don't go out anymore mainly...
Hey you all, I'm in a flair right now and need a pick me up. Is there anything that you all would recommend outside the normal spectrum of Caffeine...If there are any drinks out there that you think...
I do meditation, a great way to start is Jack Kornfield's book Meditation for Beginners. Its helpful and is nice as well as relaxing. If anyone has any other input I would love to see what you all...
In a flare right now. It just started a day ago, but I am using Rowasa on top of my oral meds. I am always making sure I have rectal meds in hands reach. Just hit it early, the second you see...
I have been on Lialda since July and have found it to be a life saver when I use Rowasa as a backup. Lialda seems to have no side effects, at least in my case, and ever since bumping up to 2 tablets...
I think I might be the best person to answer your question. Just as you are on one tablet, I hit a flare and did not know what to do. I felt like I was light on medicine. My doctor bumped me up to...
As a person in your position when first using Rowasa I experienced the same issues you were. I use the real Rowasa but either way your going to have to keep up using it. Just go a little bit at a...
Hey Mad, just like everyone else on the board be aware that this is something that takes time to get used to. I was diagnosed a few months ago and I am still adjusting, but I have a mild case like...
I just came out of a flare thanks to everyones help on this board and once you get consistent bm's that aren't soft serve looking you can probably relax....well at least I do but its all about being...
I'm a Lialda user and it is nice only taking two pills a day. But, than again its always a risk but it is FDA approved and is essentially the same thing as Asacol. As long as you dont have an...
I was suffering from a flare about a month ago and I am now in a remission. It really just takes time and figuring out meds. Some people just have it worse than others clearly. But I have only...
I have had success with Lialda...perhaps its that I have a milder case of UC than the general population that inhabits this board. Lialda is great for me, I take two pills in the morning and it keeps...
GO with the Lemon Flavored Caps, those are great and no fish breath or burps....
Stick with the Rowasa. I keep using it even since my flare. I am tapering down on it. To like every other night, but since I am going through Final exams I am using it every night to make sure I am...