Hi, My wife had an ultrasound on thyroid and result came back 2.2 cm and Punctate calcifications. It was mostly solid. I looked up punctate and it did not sound good. Does anybody have experience...
I went to Ocean City, MD from Massachusetts. Thought it could have been a heat rash because of the sun but have read that those end up going away in 4 days or less. No other symptoms. Doc has now put...
No new meeds at all, that is the odd thing about it....
Hi, I have come down with a rash over my entire body. Saw a specialist over a week ago and he said it was seasonal allergies as we just got back from vacation. He said it comes out differently...
THanks. What did the do for that? I just emailed my dr and he emailed back saying either viral or recurrent crohns. I hate hearing those words. I need to make an appt....
Thanks. I appreciate the response. These things can always be scary....
I did have an obstruction over 2 years ago which worked itself out in the hospital. I do not have the pain this time however. Is distention itself something to be concerned with? It feels like you do...
Hi, I have crohn's and have not been feeling well recently. On Tuesday night I started to vomit. That has thankfully stopped, but I have bad stomach distention-no other symptoms at this time. Any...
Thanks. For some reason I remember him saying that it was a one time deal. Fatigue may have affected my memory though....
Hi, I was on Budesonide 2 years ago after an obstruction. For me it seemed to work great and finally I was taken off of it. My question is does anybody know if you can go back on Budesonide after...
Thanks Bev, I appreciate the response....
Thanks for the response. Is acid reflux related to Crohns? Can it be serious? Again, thanks!...
Hi, I have a 12 year history with Crohns. about 2 years ago I got really sick with an obstruction-fever, vomiting, pain, etc. I was admitted to the hospital and it cleared up on its own. For the past...
I have added that to my grocery list. So I guess I will be feeling better soon but broke. Oh well, I guess it is worth it....
That is great. I am so excited to try it. I am going to go purchase it today and I will be off and running...
Thanks guys. I do have a Costco near me so I will have to check that out. Yogaprof, that is great to hear. Do you also find that you have more energy and feel better in general? I try to remember...
So you do not think the initial flare was due to the diet do you? I was looking in my grocery store today and couldn't even find any bread that was gluten free. It is frustrating. Thanks for the post!...
Ha. That is a great post. Pooping too much can definitely take its toll. I am currently taking a Kung Fu class trying to be more active and all. I am hoping that increasing my activity will help....
This is great advice. I do appreciate it....
Hello, I have had Crohns for the last 12 years. I notice more and more lately the fatigue as well as "brain fog". I have been reading this book called the Ultramind Solution and it talks about...
Hi, I am not sure if this was already posted, but here is a link to an article on Foxnews today. It discusses the FDA and cancer concerns with some of the Crohn's drugs....
Thanks guys. I can't believe some of the issues that come up with this disease. I at least want to feel clean and not think I smell or something. I hope I did not grose anybody out....
Thanks. I will just need to figure out how to carry them around with me being a guy and all and not having a purse....
Hi, This is tough for me to ask but, oh well. A few months back I had an obstruction and was put on Entocort. Ever since then I cannot seem to clean my bottom. I feel like I need to whipe for 20...
Hi, I have been following this and have a question. If you do ab excercises, can you do any internal damage that might impact the crohn's. Maybe a dumb question, but... Lenny...
Great points! Thank you to all. Yes, I guess there was activity inside my body and I didn't even realize it. I guess going 10 years is pretty good, but I must realize that this is a long battle that...
Thanks to both for the replies. I worry about long term implications with not allowing the body to fight off serious issues like cancer. I read that there is an increase with case of lymphoma for...
Hi, I had surgery 10 years ago due to fistulas. Basically was doing great until 3 months ago developed an obstruction. I was given bowel rest and put on Entocort which has helped. I saw my doctor...
Hi, His response was very unprofessional as well as dangerous from an HR standpoint. With that being said, unfortunately reality is reality. Being a manager myself, it is very difficult to run a team...
Yes, it is all so confusing. It is so difficult to know what could be a bug or a simple upset stomach versus a flare. My thought is that it would mimic the last time and therefore I am watching out...
Thanks for the response Barb. I have an appointment in a few weeks so hopefully I will make it until then. I am trying to put myself on a sort of bowel rest by eating less and having bad foods. I...
Hi, I had surgery 10 years ago for Crohn's and fistulas and did really well after that. I few months back I became really sick (fever, vomiting, diarrhea) and was diagnosed with an obstruction. I was...
Sorry to hear you are going through such a difficult time. I take Klonipin for anxiety. It is not a wonder drug, but does help take the edge off. I wonder if that may help you. Also, maybe some...
Thanks, I may have to try pineapple. Good luck with your symptoms....
Ha, exactly. I should get a pet so I could blame it on him. The troubles we have......
His name is Dr. Kenneth Falchuk. He owns and runs an endoscopy center in Natick as well. Good luck!...
Hi, When I was first diagnosed 10 years ago, I had a great doctor and surgeon at Lahey Clinic. He was the head of the department, but unfortunately went to Albany, NY. I think that the level of care...
Hi, I also started on Entocort 9mg about a month ago. I have noticed a significant increase in gas. Soon I will be driving my family out of the house. Everytime I let one go at work, somebody seems...
Hi Emma, Thanks for the post. I am glad that you found an activity to help. I am going to continue with my search as well. I guess I take solace in the 4 truths of the Bhuddha. The first one is that...
Hi, I was just curious if anybody on the board is from MA and, if so, where they go to be seen and what their experiences have been? Cheers, Lenny...
Depressed? I am so insulted. Just kidding. I do think that there is some depression, but I feel that it may be normal to a point. If it were to continue for an extended period of time, I would...
Thanks Catman. I actually have a place 10 minutes from my house that offers it so I will have to check it out. I am one who usually likes things fast pace, but I guess I need to be realistic. Maybe...
Hi, Thanks to all for the great posts. I will definitely try that technique. I agree with picking up other hobbies as well. I too play poker and should focus on activities like this. Regards, Lenny...
Hi, I posted my story yesterday. For those of you who didn't see it, here is a very brief re-cap. I had surgery 10 years ago for fistulas. A month ago I thought I had a virus and ended up in the ER....
Hi, Thanks to all for the posts and understanding. AE stands for Adverse Event. Sorry, I work in clinical research. Hopefully I will get a chance to work on a Crohn's study in the future. Take care,...
Thanks to all for the warm welcome. I look forward to the road back to health....
Hi all, I am new to this forum but wanted to say hi and provide a little of my background. I am a 35 year old male. about 10 years ago I became very sick and the doctors could not determine what the...