Advice needed - gma with bloody D

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Red_34 Forum Moderator Date Joined Apr 2004 Total Posts : 23551	Posted 4/8/2008 8:29 AM (GMT -6)
	Gma had a major D accident today (lordy what a mess!). She got it on the carpet of her bedroom and all over the bathroom because she just couldn't hold it. But when I went to shampoo her carpet, I noticed there was blood mixed in with the D. She has never had that problem in the past and honestly I don't know if she has ever had blood in her stool before. She also has diverticulitis (or diverticolsis - the one where there is pockets in her intestine but no infections - I can never remember which one is which). So should I take her to her primary doc or skip the primary all together and take her to a GI - what would you do? ^{@--->--SHERRY--<---@} ^{Moderator for Allergies/Asthma and Co-moderator for UC} ^{~Left sided Uc-'92-Colazal(9 daily),6mp(50-100mgs),Prilosec,Biotin,Forvia,Pro-BioUnable to tolerate Asacol, Rowasa or Canasa}^{~Allergies-Singulair} ^{~Secondary Reynauds Syndrome-'04-Norvasc~Fibromyalgia-'06}^{~Sacroiliitis}^{-epidural injections} ^{To help Healingwell - click here: DONATE} http://www.myspace.com/82595818 Back to Top

Beth75 Veteran Member Date Joined Jul 2007 Total Posts : 2148	Posted 4/8/2008 11:02 AM (GMT -6)
	Sherry - I am so sorry your Grandma is sick, and you had to clean all that stuff up. It's so difficult watching somone go through that. I would probably phone primary and make appt w/GI. That way the primary is kept informed. My Doc's are really good about cc'ing eachother and both ask me how I am doing w/my other problem, my GI always asks how things are going w/my kidneys and my Kidney Doc always asks how my colon is and they always cc my primary (don't know what she actually does or if she even reads it, but the info goes into my file). I am really begining to like my GI, I feel he is really keeping on top of everything and he is good about ret. phone calls and making appts. Beth, 32 ~ Major Flare Sept/Oct 07 ~ in remission UC dx'd 03/00 (Proctosigmoiditis); Pancolitis since 09/07 Azathioprine 200mg 1xday nightly; Calcium and Vit D 500mg 3xday, Multi Vit, Folic Acid 400mg 2xday, Prilosec, Probiotics. Minimal Change Disease (Kidney Disorder) dx'd 09/07 - partial remission since 03/08 Prednisone 25mg 1xday (taper 5mg a week from 60 = ), Simvastatin 20mg 1xday, Diovan 160mg 2xday. Enalpril 10mg 1xday, Fursomide 20mg 1xday, Fosomax 70mg 1xweek. MCD may be from hypersensitivty to 5ASA drugs. Do you have edema? If so, check your protiens! Pre-Diabetic from Prednisone use - Low carb/sugar diet & exercise. Post Edited (Beth75) : 4/8/2008 11:05:08 AM (GMT-6) Back to Top

dakotagirl Veteran Member Date Joined Apr 2006 Total Posts : 3402	Posted 4/8/2008 12:10 PM (GMT -6)
	I would also suggest as Beth has. A call to her PCP and a referral to the GI. How terrfying for your both. Many hugs. -itis is the inflammation. So - osis is the pockets. Pan-colitis and GERD diagnosed May 2003 Osteopenia diagnosed Feb 2006 Status: Flaring :( 40mg pred, Asacol 12 per day, Azathioprine 75mg, Rowasa, Canasa, Aciphex, Forvia, and Pro-Bio Co-Mod for the UC forum: Keep HealingWell running smoothly: www.healingwell.com/donate Back to Top

Red_34 Forum Moderator Date Joined Apr 2004 Total Posts : 23551	Posted 4/8/2008 12:28 PM (GMT -6)
	At least I know of a good GI! lol Thanks for the advice :) ^{@--->--SHERRY--<---@} ^{Moderator for Allergies/Asthma and Co-moderator for UC} ^{~Left sided Uc-'92-Colazal(9 daily),6mp(50-100mgs),Prilosec,Biotin,Forvia,Pro-BioUnable to tolerate Asacol, Rowasa or Canasa}^{~Allergies-Singulair} ^{~Secondary Reynauds Syndrome-'04-Norvasc~Fibromyalgia-'06}^{~Sacroiliitis}^{-epidural injections} ^{To help Healingwell - click here: DONATE} http://www.myspace.com/82595818 Back to Top

quincy Elite Member Date Joined May 2003 Total Posts : 30591	Posted 4/8/2008 2:43 PM (GMT -6)
	Hi Sherry...sad to hear of your grandma's new situation. The best thing would be to get her checked out asap. If you can take her to your GI without going to her PCP, that would be even better. Keep us posted as to how she's doing. quincy HeatherStatus: mini flare Dec 28... tapered to every 4th night ~diagnosed January 1989 UC (proctosigmoiditis) ~5ASA: Asacol (6 daily) + Salofalk enemas (increase for flares tapered to maintenance) ~Bentylol (dicyclomine) 20mg as needed ~vitamins/minerals/supplements ~Probiotic 3(Natural Factors Protec) bedtime + 1 (Primadophilus Reuteri) occasionally ~multi-digestive enzymes as needed ....zymactive 3 - 5x daily ~Ranitidine,Pariet (reflux) Effexor XR 75mg; Pulmicort/Airomir (asthma) ~URSO for PSC (or PBC) 500mg X 2 daily (LFTs back to NORMAL!!) My doc's logic.. "TREAT (FROM)BOTH ENDS" worth it !!! Back to Top

dakotagirl Veteran Member Date Joined Apr 2006 Total Posts : 3402	Posted 4/9/2008 10:18 AM (GMT -6)
	How's Gma doing today? Pan-colitis and GERD diagnosed May 2003 Osteopenia diagnosed Feb 2006 Status: Flaring :( 40mg pred, Asacol 12 per day, Azathioprine 75mg, Rowasa, Canasa, Aciphex, Forvia, and Pro-Bio Co-Mod for the UC forum: Keep HealingWell running smoothly: www.healingwell.com/donate Back to Top

tjf Veteran Member Date Joined Dec 2005 Total Posts : 3238	Posted 4/9/2008 10:22 AM (GMT -6)
	Definitely give us an update. I'm thinking about you guys! Tabitha (Tab) 100mg Azathioprine, 2 Fibercon, Colazal-9 a day, Acidopholis Pearls, Nexium http://www.healingwell.com/donate Co-Moderator UC Forum Back to Top

Red_34 Forum Moderator Date Joined Apr 2004 Total Posts : 23551	Posted 4/9/2008 10:46 AM (GMT -6)
	Gma seems to be better today but unfortunately I think her carpet is trashed. Her room stinks to high heavens and I cleaned her carpet and left her windows open all day yesterday! She has admitted to having sporadic bouts of D and I know she also throws up easily. So I think I will call my GI and make an appt for her just to be on the safe side. ^{@--->--SHERRY--<---@} ^{Moderator for Allergies/Asthma and Co-moderator for UC} ^{~Left sided Uc-'92-Colazal(9 daily),6mp(50-100mgs),Prilosec,Biotin,Forvia,Pro-BioUnable to tolerate Asacol, Rowasa or Canasa}^{~Allergies-Singulair} ^{~Secondary Reynauds Syndrome-'04-Norvasc~Fibromyalgia-'06}^{~Sacroiliitis}^{-epidural injections} ^{To help Healingwell - click here: DONATE} http://www.myspace.com/82595818 Back to Top

quincy Elite Member Date Joined May 2003 Total Posts : 30591	Posted 4/9/2008 1:45 PM (GMT -6)
	Sounds like the best plan. Does your gma at least wear incontinence diapers? That will help at least. It sounds as though she should be admitted for a thorough diagnosis. You must be in incredible stress regarding her situation. Please keep us posted. quincyxx HeatherStatus: mini flare Dec 28... tapered to every 4th night ~diagnosed January 1989 UC (proctosigmoiditis) ~5ASA: Asacol (6 daily) + Salofalk enemas (increase for flares tapered to maintenance) ~Bentylol (dicyclomine) 20mg as needed ~vitamins/minerals/supplements ~Probiotic 3(Natural Factors Protec) bedtime + 1 (Primadophilus Reuteri) occasionally ~multi-digestive enzymes as needed ....zymactive 3 - 5x daily ~Ranitidine,Pariet (reflux) Effexor XR 75mg; Pulmicort/Airomir (asthma) ~URSO for PSC (or PBC) 500mg X 2 daily (LFTs back to NORMAL!!) My doc's logic.. "TREAT (FROM)BOTH ENDS" worth it !!! Back to Top

Red_34 Forum Moderator Date Joined Apr 2004 Total Posts : 23551	Posted 4/9/2008 3:05 PM (GMT -6)
	Oh yes, most definately the incontinence diapers not for the D but for her bladder issues. But, it didn't help yesterday :( And no, no stress really........it's all par for the course with gma. I just roll with the punches now! :) ^{@--->--SHERRY--<---@} ^{Moderator for Allergies/Asthma and Co-moderator for UC} ^{~Left sided Uc-'92-Colazal(9 daily),6mp(50-100mgs),Prilosec,Biotin,Forvia,Pro-BioUnable to tolerate Asacol, Rowasa or Canasa}^{~Allergies-Singulair} ^{~Secondary Reynauds Syndrome-'04-Norvasc~Fibromyalgia-'06}^{~Sacroiliitis}^{-epidural injections} ^{To help Healingwell - click here: DONATE} http://www.myspace.com/82595818 Back to Top

dakotagirl Veteran Member Date Joined Apr 2006 Total Posts : 3402	Posted 4/9/2008 4:18 PM (GMT -6)
	Sherry - you are so awesome! It takes a very special person to do what you do for your Gma. I admire your abilities and compassion :) Pan-colitis and GERD diagnosed May 2003 Osteopenia diagnosed Feb 2006 Status: Flaring :( 40mg pred, Asacol 12 per day, Azathioprine 75mg, Cortifoam, Aciphex, Forvia, and Pro-Bio, Calcium, Vitamin D Co-Mod for the UC forum: Keep HealingWell running smoothly: www.healingwell.com/donate Back to Top

Red_34 Forum Moderator Date Joined Apr 2004 Total Posts : 23551	Posted 4/9/2008 4:40 PM (GMT -6)
	That is what a family is for..... ^{@--->--SHERRY--<---@} ^{Moderator for Allergies/Asthma and Co-moderator for UC} ^{~Left sided Uc-'92-Colazal(9 daily),6mp(50-100mgs),Prilosec,Biotin,Forvia,Pro-BioUnable to tolerate Asacol, Rowasa or Canasa}^{~Allergies-Singulair} ^{~Secondary Reynauds Syndrome-'04-Norvasc~Fibromyalgia-'06}^{~Sacroiliitis}^{-epidural injections} ^{To help Healingwell - click here: DONATE} http://www.myspace.com/82595818 Back to Top

tjf Veteran Member Date Joined Dec 2005 Total Posts : 3238	Posted 4/9/2008 6:11 PM (GMT -6)
	Ah Sherry! You are such a good granddaughter! Have you tried Spot Shot? I swear that is the best stuff ever. My little doggy has a weak stomach and it works like a charm on the carpet. Keep us posted! Tabitha (Tab) 100mg Azathioprine, 2 Fibercon, Colazal-9 a day, Acidopholis Pearls, Nexium http://www.healingwell.com/donate Co-Moderator UC Forum Back to Top

Red_34 Forum Moderator Date Joined Apr 2004 Total Posts : 23551	Posted 4/9/2008 6:31 PM (GMT -6)
	Hmmm I would have to buy like 10 cans (bottles?) of that stuff! LOL I'm talking like a 6ft by 1 1/2ft trail from wall to the door. Yes, I'm talking MAJOR blowout. She felt soooo bad though. I come upstairs from my shower and she comes out of her room and says "Sherry, you're gonna kill me!" Just the look on her face.....it was a look of shame - the poor lady. She kept apologizing and I had to keep reassuring her that it's ok, accidents happen. I used my steam cleaner (Bissel) but I think I might have to swipe it again. ^{@--->--SHERRY--<---@} ^{Moderator for Allergies/Asthma and Co-moderator for UC} ^{~Left sided Uc-'92-Colazal(9 daily),6mp(50-100mgs),Prilosec,Biotin,Forvia,Pro-BioUnable to tolerate Asacol, Rowasa or Canasa}^{~Allergies-Singulair} ^{~Secondary Reynauds Syndrome-'04-Norvasc~Fibromyalgia-'06}^{~Sacroiliitis}^{-epidural injections} ^{To help Healingwell - click here: DONATE} http://www.myspace.com/82595818 Back to Top

tjf Veteran Member Date Joined Dec 2005 Total Posts : 3238	Posted 4/9/2008 6:45 PM (GMT -6)
	You could always have it professionally cleaned if you need to. Is the doctor going to see her? Tabitha (Tab) 100mg Azathioprine, 2 Fibercon, Colazal-9 a day, Acidopholis Pearls, Nexium http://www.healingwell.com/donate Co-Moderator UC Forum Back to Top

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