I had been taking Humira for the last 5 years for my Crohn's when it had suddenly stopped working so my Doctor switched me to Stelara. So far I've had the initial infusion and one injection. I'm not...
Calamine lotion dabbed on and allowed to dry will help relieve irritated skin then apply the benzoin (sparingly) using gauze or a q-tip. Wish you well!...
I keep a box of large pouches on hand for flying. The larger pouch allows less emptying but otherwise I've never had any issues. I've also never been questioned on my supplies in baggage checks. I...
I agree, the public's perception is that only "old" people have one and it's probably smelly and gross and if a young person has one then what guy would want to be with her??!! The boyfriends I've...
Thank you for the replies! I agree that humor and confidence is the way! I found this post online and can totally relate plus it's quite funny. This article as well as your replies have been a HUGE...
The time has come to drop the bomb. The feeling is the same. My heart races not knowing when the time is right but I know it must be said. During a casual sit down chat and bust right into it? What...
I have an appt. today with my Gyn. Thank you. I am hoping to get this treated and an end to the discomfort....
Not only have I had 5 resections I also work in a hospital. The main thing I can tell you is the first couple days stink. By the 3rd you'll start to feel better and want to move around. Take walks in...
okay. I was diagnosed with Crohns over 25 yrs ago. Thought I've seen it, done it, and been through it ALL! Overall I've been in remission thanks to Humira for at least 5 hrs. Last few weeks I've had...
I'm getting my labs done today and will check the WBC. Thank you!...
She sounds like she lacks in empathy and a bit ignorant! You don't owe her any explanations. Divert her question with a question! Best strategy or simply tell her you don't care to discuss your...
Hello everyone! So I've been in remission for a few yrs now feeling overall pretty great aside from mild anemia and fatigue. A couple weeks ago I started to have achy hands and feet that comes and...
I have been taking Humira for almost 2 yrs and its the only rx that works for me and keeps my crohns in remission. The injection pens are not a big deal in comparison to being symptomatic!! I have...
This demon of a disease has given me more frequent flare ups and I had adverse reactions of muscle soreness after remicade treatments that my GI is pushing for me to start on Humira. Any information,...
My GI recommended Activia every day and I really noticed a difference. He says there is enough probiotics in one container and more effective than pill form....
Your not kidding!! I have been off the pred for 7wks now and the gas was horrendous!! It was to the point where I couldn't even be around anyone. It will subside when/if you taper off the med but in...
key word..smart!! Maybe if you act like it doesn't matter to you then he will think he won the battle??? LOL too!...
Don't give up, it can be done but at the speed of your child's willingness in my experience. I started out letting my stepson (yes, his real mom didn't do it) pee outdoors which made the real potty...
Be careful with the hotdog sammies! I don't eat them..ever..but a year ago I was craving one. Well that hotdog started an obstruction for me and I ended up having my 5th resection. As for beer no...
Thanks sammies, I have always had pretty good luck with the 2-pc. I prefer the clip since it's easier to empty and I'm too paranoid I will have a pile of poo from the lock n roll opening. At least...
After having my ileostomy now for almost 10 yrs I recently have been getting a fungal rash under the wafer for the first time and the wafer starts to unstick anytime I get sweaty. It clears up...
pb4 you just made me laugh!! The wafer is what the pouch attaches to, sorry sometimes I assume EVERYONE has one! I have tried using Monistat cream and it's 10% better today. I'm just not sure if its...
Your definitely on the right track when you get a flare up with classic symptoms..finish the prednisone even if you feel like your over it, and the Cipro and either go on a liquid diet or soft bland...
Thank you girls for your input! Hugging hasn't been a problem it's the part when you have to say "So..I have this thing.." I really do find some humor in it all and your right Dree it's about whether...
I am in my early 40's and introducing my "medical handicap" (pouch) to a new guy in my life is very challenging when the relationship turns intimate. In coming into a new relationship I still haven't...
I have had a rash under my wafer most of the summer months that comes and goes depending on the heat and humidity. It will seep a faint but smelly odor and itches a bit. I was told to apply Nystatin...
Mark, I feel your pain!. I work in a hospital and have people who don't really know me say how skinny or tiny I am or if I'm shrinking!. I have heard this for soo many years and I still can't come up...