I think I may try taking some the next time I really need it and see how it goes. I'm glad to see others are able to handle it....
I haven't taken Advil in over a year, and really can't find any good pain relief. Right now for everyday pain I'm taking Tylenol and if things are really bad a Tramadol. Is anyone successfully using...
btw thanks for the responses!...
Hmm... I have been considering finding a Dr to try lomotil. I was just concerned about constipation issues and it making me sleepy/dizzy. Anyone have any problems with that? I would like to see if it...
My GI and PCP cleared me to take Imodium every day to manange my frequency. However I can't quite figure out how many to take as I usually don't feel the effect until the next day. One day I will be...
Maybe he's seen some compelling studies showing the use of probiotics in UC not working? Would be interesting to know because I honestly don't know if they really help. I just take them because I...
From what I understand, remission from MC doesn't happen quickly. Right now I'm trying the anti-diarrhea meds. Has your DR. asked you to try these yet? I've also read on the MC forum that pepto is...
I have a mix of UC and MC. The UC has finally settled down, but my MC is continuing to flare. It's been active for over a year. I finally stopped all my medication because it wasn't helping. In the...
I cut them out too, only been a few days. I haven't noticed any difference yet, but I'll try it for another few weeks....
Yes, I love the Coconut ice cream - personally my fave out of all the vegan options. However, there are also lactose free ice cream versions. Breyers makes a good vanilla one....
I think I'm really going to have a problem with tomatoes, especially with summer gardens in full bloom. What do you guys use on salads. I think I will try removing the skin and see how that goes....
Fruitgirl - that's what I think. I have a few family members and friends w/o IBD who refuse to have scopes done. At least they would be able to be screened for cancer with this technology. Better...
I think OldMike posted some info about the Nightshade plants and how they have been shown to irritate some people. I'm wondering if anyone has done an elimination of Nightshades from their diet and...
Anyone see this about the "new colonoscopy." I'm sure it doesn't apply to us UC'ers but still an awesome improvement....
Honestly I'm not sure if you aren't having any other gyno symptoms. But it wouldn't hurt to keep the idea in case get no relief in the near future....
I tried to read everything, but didnt' see you mention if you did any stool tests? Did you get tested for C. Diff?...
I am having similar problems. I'm starting to think it's related to a hormone problem, so I'm going to have some blood work done. As far as endometriosis, I believe you can only really diagnose it...
Also if you have AAA, if in the USA, you can use the for RX discounts. It will tell you on their website how much it will cost....
Hey OldMike, you may be interested in watching the movie Forks over Knives. Have you seen it? Really talks about how in general we are eating way too much protein (vegetarian or not). Some really...
Hmm... the cramps are what I usually can't get the painkillers to help. I take tramadol, and this helps my rectal pain. It may subdue the cramping elsewhere a little bit though. The only thing I have...
I'll look into the Mag. I'm really starting to get into the holistic approach anyhow, so I hope this helps. Thanks for the advice!...
Trying to figure out if this pain is related to IBD, or it's another organ/muscle. For the past year after I had a colonoscopy I have had sore, dull achey pain in my "bra band" area. It is so bad, I...
I don't use oxygen, but I take care of someone who does so this topic caught my eye. If you have $20-40 you should buy a pulse oxygen reader if you don't already have one. Simple and easy to use, its...
Yes, not horribly though. I have no blood, just in a lot of pain. I guess it could even be IBS related....
If I drive more than a 1/2 hour somewhere my intestines start to really really hurt. I would describe the pain as dull and very sore. For long trips, I've had to get disposable heating pad stickers...
Sounds like an awesome opportunity! Let us know how it goes....
Yeah that was my experience in the past when I forgot to take it. However, I've heard that taking this med can actually make the heartburn worse for a time period......
My GI (not the one who RXd this) suggested I eventually stop taking Protonix. I've been on it for a few years and he said it was a good idea if I could stop taking it. I'm also big into not taking...
I'm a nonsmoker who tried the nicotine route. I started with gum and went to the patch. The patch was great. I had minor redness where I put the patch, but would alternate areas. I also started...
I usually have at least one. This is how I tell I'm flaring :-( I have one right now I probably should have gotten lanced by a DR. It's gonna leave a bad scar. I wonder if there's any good at home...
Thanks everyone - I decided to start the 10 day Rx. Not seeing much difference yet but who knows....
That's funny you posted this - I also had to get a urine test and the results were not normal. I still have to discuss this with the Dr. to see what it was. Let us know if you figure out what it is!...
If anyone tries it, please update. I'm interested in how it works. Just an FYI - I had some damage to my sinuses during a flight and was doing research about it. These chambers can cause some...
I just had a set back. Thought I was heading into remission... Sounds like you should consult your GI and start meds to try and get it under control ASAP....
Fibro isn't an auto immune disease.... I have horrible joint pain from my UC. My Dr. gave me celebrex but I have yet to try it. I would get a 2nd opinion - sounds like your Dr. doesn't know what's...
What are your symptoms right now?...
I can't achieve remission!!!! I am now over the 1 year point in my flare. I just called my GI and now was given this antibiotic. Has anyone else taken this?...
I've had this for at least 15 years, way before the UC. I'm able to keep it mostly under control with Tar shampoo daily. If I use anything else it flares up for a few days. I still color my hair, but...
Can you sit in warm water instead of wiping? Kinda like using a bidet? Also, when its this bad, I put vaseline on it....
Heat is the only thing that really works for me. I use a heating pad, and will even get those sticky self heating pads for when I need to go places. I also use bentyl, but I don't find that it...
I started juicing and I love it. I seem to be able to tolerate it ok. I heard that cabbage was good for the gut, so I've been juicing that. It tastes bad, so I try and mix it with a fruit. I also...
I notice that eating healthy and excercising helps during the end part of a flare. I usually can't tolerate anything like this during the bad parts of a flare. Especially the arthritis issue, I can't...
Wow that sounds like a great test, not very much blood! I was tested and had at least 40 tubes taken (2 different times). I was honestly mildly reactive to everything so I didn't really care to do...
I get this, especially after going to the bathroom it will be really bad. I believe I was told by the GI that the nerves are connected somehow and this is a normal symptom....
I was just there and your assigned DR will likely not be the one you are really working with. At least that was my case, I was working with a Fellow. I did see my assigned GI, but very briefly and it...
Curious for those who go to the ER and are admitted: Are they doing certain tests on you? Red, how did they decide you were inflamed? Did they decide to scope you once you got there?...
You can ask to get a HIDA scan if you want to rule out gallbladder, or ultrasound for stones. I get these pains sometimes, but I've opted not to have mine removed. I've seen that some IBDers have...
I usually flare with hardly any bleeding, mostly pain. But mine doesn't increase when eating......
Have you had your gallbladder checked? You also didn't have a full scope done. So you may have inflammation further up and need another medication to get it under control....
Oh im craving my starbucks iced coffee! Cant drink it in a flare and its almost been a year....