UC, pregnant, antibiotics

Hi all!

Quick update, my pregnancy has been going great. 30 weeks now! UC has also been doing well! However I am now on antibiotics for a sinus infection (it hurts to open my mouth, chew, headache, hurts to touch my face even). I’ve had 3 bms today. It’s not quite diarrhea and I am taking probiotics in between doses of antibiotic. I’m on day 3 of 10 and antibiotics have never bothered me before. Any other safe tips you guys might have? (Diet also does not usually bother my UC, thinking about getting some kefir maybe, dairy usually helps.)

Also we were supposed to move on the 15th and everything is packed up and taped, but it got delayed. 😡 Suggestions for calming foods, takeout, etc? The only methods I have to cook are a tiny saucepan, oven, and air fryer 😩

3timechamp said...
My gastro suggested Ciproflaxin as antibiotic.Its supposed to be safe for our digestive system.Other antibiotics have put me in hospital.Good luck

Cipro has a black box warning and should only be used for serious infections, certainly not sinus infections. It can cause disabling side effects.

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@sirenshooter, probiotics should help, but talk with your GI and see if he/she can help you prevent a flare. You might be able to get rectal meds, if you can take them. Keep a temporary diary listing your symptoms.