Hello all. I'm usually on the UC forum. But after many years of unexplained issues, my doctor has labeled me with Fibromyalgia. Here is a list of some of my symptoms. Do any of these sound familiar...
I've been in remission for several years on Apriso, but my insurance will no longer be covering this medication. My Dr. has now put me on Balsalazide (Colazal). Any tips? Does it work well? I've been...
I am currently on Apriso ($$$$$). I recently had to go on Bactrim, a sulfa based antibiotic. Depression is a problem, once again....
After having meds with Sulfa, I am experiencing anxiety and depression. This happened to me a few years ago, but I didn't put the two together until now. Has this happened to anyone else? This is not...
I'm not on any meds other than my usual Apriso. I also remembered that the Doctor said he took some biopsys so that could also be the source of the pain. I will call the doc today....
Had my 4th colonoscopy yesterday. UC in remission. But now, a day later, I am having a lot of pain in my gut. I think it may be trapped gas, but I don't know how to expel it. Also, my heart rate is...
Thanks for that advice. I am learning that my body is telling me when to slow down - especially today....
Hello all. Well, I'm into this surgery post op for 2 weeks now. It all seems to be doing a little better each day. My arm and hand are still numb, but my doc says it should get better with time. This...
pmdancer, Thanks. My surgery was done in Kansas at the Spine and Specialty Hospital....
Thanks, White Beard. Great info and advice!...
Hello! I'm coming over from the UC forum. I had a Cervical Laminectomy on November 15. I'm on day 9. This has been an experience that I was not prepared for. Is there anyone on this forum that can...
I was scoped in 2015. UC was in complete remission. Sed rate was a bit high on last blood tests just 2 months ago....
I have arthritis-like pain but my Dr. tells me I don't have arthritis. I have been on Hydrocodone, Oxycodone and Tramadol. They all cause constipation which irritates my Diverticular Disease. Of...
Hello, I'm from the UC forum but my husband has been suffering from GERD for about 3 years. This weekend he started having pain and burning in his esophagus and upper stomach along with black stools....
I have no swelling or redness in my joints, just all-over achiness. I am taking Turmeric, but maybe I'm not taking enough. I'll try upping my dose. Thank you all for your replies....
I've been aching for a very long time . . . all over. My IBD is under control, although I have significant Diverticular Disease. Doc is sending me to a specialist but can't get in for two months. I...
That happens frequently to me. It's usually when I'm full of inflammation. I have UC and Diverticular Disease so I don't know which one gets the credit....
I was afraid of that. He sure did all he could to beat this awful disease....
I have not been on this forum for quite a while because I was in remission and feeling much better. Several years ago there was a Forum Moderator named Shrek-Chewbacca Hunk. Do any of you veterans...
I've given up and wear a hairpiece. It's goes over my existing thin hair and gives me huge volume. It's the pits but it is what it is. I've always thought it was the meds as I've been in remission...
Be firm. Let us know what happens....
I'm so sorry to hear of your severe issues. I hope that you feel much better very soon....
I have Diverticular cramping and pain. It hasn't progressed into Diverticulitis with fever or infection yet. Do you have any remedies that work for you . . . such as a heating pad or just plain...
I've been taking Turmeric since being diagnosed with Pancolitis in 2006 and have been in complete remission since. I highly recommend it. I don't know for sure if the Turmeric is the reason but I...
I just got the results of my recent colonoscopy. No evidence of UC after having Pancolitis 9 years ago. No polyps. I take Turmeric and a baby aspirin everyday as well as Apriso/Asacol HD. I guess...
Was diagnosed in 2006 with UC. I've been having pain in lower left portion of my gut. Was scoped this morning and, good news, the UC was completely clear. PTL! But now I have Diverticular Disease....
I was 50 with the official diagnosis. But I had issues my entire life....
I have a bacterial infection (Pseudomonas Aeruginosa) in my gut and have been put on Cipro. What can I expect from this antibiotic? Do I need to eat yogurt? I also have loads of inflammation...
Well, at least we can try to find some humor in this horrid disease. Can't say that I'm looking forward to this test, but I'm feeling a little better about it. At least I'm not the Lab Tech who has...
That doesn't sound too bad. Thanks for the info. I'm somewhat relieved....
I've been told to get blood work and stool studies due to pain in my lower right gut. What exactly do I have to do for the stool study? What does it entail? What if I can't produce a bowel movement?...
My colon is not happy with me about something and is giving me bad pain today. Would it help to put heat or cold over my lower abdomen? It's quite painful to press even slightly on my gut. I've had...
I was forced to change to Apriso from Asacol by my Insurance Co. Since the change, my symptoms, though mild, are starting crop up. Today, I have severe lower abdominal pain (no diarrhea). I take 4...
I was switched to Apriso a few months ago. Doing OK but not sure it is the best thing. It seems that my colon is talking to me a little more these days which worries me. Anyone elso on Apriso?...
Having a ton of achy pain expecially in my wrists. Since we UCers can't take Ibuprofen, what do you do? I'm taking Tylenol but it does nothing and I'm afraid of blowing up my liver. Any suggestions?...
I recently haad a sinus infection in which I had to take an antibiotic for treatment. I have been in remission for about 4 years. However, now I'm having some mild negative activity with my colon. I...
I've never used rectal meds, but I think I will call my Dr. tomorrow. I sure hope this isn't the beginning of a flare. I've been doing so well for over 4 years....
No, I haven't tried anything because I didn't know what this was. What are colon spasms?...
Hello all. I haven't been on here for a very long time. However, I am experiencing an unusual symptom. I have a fluttering on my left side. It is painless but annoying. It feels just like being...
I used to take ibuprofen like candy for back pain. It heavily contributed to my pancolitis. Now I take tylenol with caffeine for headaches. When the pain is really bad I take Hydrocodone - carefully....
Does anyone suffer more with your UC when seasonal allergies hit your nose and eyes? My colon is very uncomfortable. I feel as sick in my lower half as I do in my nose and eyes. Wondering if there is...
I took 6 (400mg) Asacol once a day for a year. Had a clear colonoscopy in March. Now I'm taking 3 (800 mg) once a day. After one month, I'm starting to have some pain and cramping in my rectal area...
Asacol has produced a pill that is twice as big as the regular pills with twice the dosage in each pill. You only take 3 pills a day as opposed to 6 pills a day. My Dr. has me taking all 3 pills once...
My doc put me on the new Asacol HD (High Dosage). After 1 month, symptoms that I have not experienced for over a year are starting to emerge. Anybody else on Asacol HD?...
I have had rosacea for many years. It's currently under control with Finacea, a cream. I never thought that it might be related to my UC - that is an interesting thought. I had severe acne as a teen...
It worked very well for me with my symptoms. However, I suffered from depression while I was on it. I took a break from it for several months and tried it again. The depression returned. Now I'm on...
I take six pills once a day....
I've been a guinea pig for a drug study on Asacol for about 3 weeks. I did OK until this week. Pain! Lots of it. My gut is twittering like a scared puppy. What is happening when the gut is...
I had been taking 3 pills, twice a day....
I have been selected to take part in a drug study for Asacol. Proctor and Gamble is trying to determine if Asacol can become a once-a-day drug. I take my entire day's worth of Asacol once a day. They...