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Is it possible to switch from Humira to Remicade?

to CCinPA: I was on (still on) 6mp while taking Humira but for the first year my initial GI didn't pair the two meds until I went to a different GI. Once I was on both, I noticed better results. Now...

6/9/2019 3:39 PM

Crohn's Disease
Fruit Loops Freaked me out!

First time I ate Lucky Charms it was so good I ate the entire box (before Crohns), the next day my poop was green and i was freaking out...

6/8/2019 10:46 PM

Crohn's Disease
Is it possible to switch from Humira to Remicade?

I was on Remicade for 4 years and eventually I developed antibodies (but was in remission), doctors told me to switch to Stelara and after 7 months, I'm losing a lot of weight and dr said I'm no...

6/8/2019 10:38 PM

Crohn's Disease
Stelara not working

mwild1021: what are your symptoms?...

3/2/2019 8:02 AM

Crohn's Disease
I can't gain weight

For the last 3-4 weeks I've been having symptoms of a flare: - weight loss (15 lbs) -cramping -severe belching -diarrhea (however it was made worse because I started drinking ALOT of gatorade...

3/2/2019 7:56 AM

Crohn's Disease
Just did my 1st stelara self injection

I used to be on Humira, which was more painful....

1/13/2019 8:31 PM

Crohn's Disease
Just did my 1st stelara self injection

2 months ago I had the infusion at a clinic. Today I did Stelara by myself. I thought the needle would hurt more when it went in, but no pain. the area after injection is red, not sure if thats from...

1/12/2019 7:44 PM

Crohn's Disease
Need help with abscess found on MRI

Nink, are you sure? I've had 2 previous abcsesses and my normal GI prescribed antibiotics. This time a different doctor prescribed THE SAME antibiotics for a new abcsess. I'm not trying to be a jerk,...

12/18/2018 2:19 PM

Crohn's Disease
Need help with abscess found on MRI

they said they found a .9 centimeter abscess and will treat with antibiotics and possible surgery. Dr. also said antibiotics don't heal the abscess just prevent it from spreading. A couple of things:...

12/17/2018 5:16 PM

Crohn's Disease
in 3 months my numbers are not good, NEED HELP

thanks, it just seems odd. Would you recommend me using my original lab office? or the new one that I got the higher numbers from?...

8/31/2018 7:20 AM

Crohn's Disease
in 3 months my numbers are not good, NEED HELP

Test show I developed antibodies and not enough Humira in my body. Also my Hemoglobin is down and my c reactive protein WAS 6.1 and 3 months later is 23.7 I know this sounds dumb, but I used a...

8/31/2018 7:07 AM

Crohn's Disease
broken bone = remission?

broke my hand 3 months ago, and 2 weeks ago I was feeling strong (knock on wood) so I had a small salad, the next day I finished the salad and no issues. Last 7 days I've had a salad all but one day....

8/17/2018 4:11 PM

Crohn's Disease
hemorrhoids anyone?

After a bm, I wipe and everything is fine (no pain, minimal pushing, no blood) 15 minutes later while walking around I feel like extreme itching and a need to wipe anus area. is this hemorrhoids?...

7/24/2018 12:00 PM

Crohn's Disease
Exercise after colonoscopy?

mirowpl, do you mind me asking why you don't play anymore?...

5/19/2018 9:33 PM

Crohn's Disease
Exercise after colonoscopy?

I was told to avoid exercise for 7 days after colonoscopy (running/lifting)... I was kinda hoping I could play full court basketball in 2 days. Is that a no-no?...

5/18/2018 10:54 AM

Crohn's Disease
Safe to drink Coca Cola on prep day?

hey stray, I've done orange gatorade the last 2x, and didn't get any complaints from the GI and his office mgr said today it was OK. But today I went with lemonade gatorade...

5/17/2018 4:31 PM

Crohn's Disease
Safe to drink Coca Cola on prep day?

Is it also safe to drink orange Gatorade? so you're saying ginger ale is okay? thanks...

5/17/2018 12:42 PM

Crohn's Disease
Safe to drink Coca Cola on prep day?

Isn't ginger ale clear? I called my dr and said no coke but yes to ginger ale....

5/17/2018 11:27 AM

Crohn's Disease
Safe to drink Coca Cola on prep day?

I'm having my colonoscopy on Friday and today is my prep day. I'm done with solid foods and from here on out its all liquids baby! Am I allowed to drink Coke? They say not to drink anything with red...

5/17/2018 11:01 AM

Crohn's Disease
Sudden acute gas/bloating

I think I know what you're describing. It has only happened to me 2-3x and its when I was severely constipated. I would sit on the toilet and felt like something sharp was being shoved up my rectum....

3/10/2018 9:39 AM

Crohn's Disease
63 lbs and starting over.

Its weird about the salad. I did a Google search and found that lettuce causes gas/bloating in normal people. When I experienced pain, I forced myself to burp and the pain started to subside. Then...

3/10/2018 9:37 AM

Crohn's Disease
63 lbs and starting over.

I'm back to my normal weight and meds are really helping, but certain foods I can't eat (salad), I REALLY miss. I'm 6'2 and big boned, so when I was very sick, my mom said I looked like a Holocaust...

3/9/2018 10:54 PM

Crohn's Disease
63 lbs and starting over.

Hey Dorri, sorry to hear about your troubles. Do you mind if I ask, how tall are you? m/f? I used to have a friend w/ your name. When I was VERY sick, I weighed 60 pounds less than what I'm supposed...

3/8/2018 7:58 PM

Crohn's Disease
63 lbs and starting over.

wait, you weigh 63 pounds?...

3/8/2018 6:21 PM

Crohn's Disease
Switching from 6-MP to a biologic?

I'm on Humira and 6mp. I was told that 6mp makes it less likely that I will develop antibodies for Humira...

3/8/2018 6:18 PM

Crohn's Disease
Ate a salad and EXACTLY 24 hours later = pain

Amazing how I had HALF of a SMALL salad (romaine lettuce) and exactly 24 hours later (almost to the minute) pain comes on....

3/8/2018 6:13 PM

Crohn's Disease
best way to prepare veggies?

I'm trying to eat healthier (need to lose 10-15 lbs). Also before I was diagnosed and was healthy, I would eat a big salad everyday (raw) and I really miss that (caesar salad)...

2/19/2018 10:46 PM

Crohn's Disease
best way to prepare veggies?

it changes, but usually its raw veggies that you find in a salad (broccoli, peppers, lettuce)...

2/19/2018 8:28 PM

Crohn's Disease
best way to prepare veggies?

Veggies always gives me cramps/pain. Whats the bets way to prepare them to minimize side affects? Thanks...

2/19/2018 6:20 PM

Crohn's Disease
Pomegranate juice

Does anybody drink POM juice? High in calories, 8 oz POM is 150 calories but I was reading up on it and find the following article: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/318385.php "Pomegranate...

1/21/2018 1:00 AM

Crohn's Disease
marijuana close to being legal in NJ

as an NJ resident, I hope it will get cheaper than medical marijuana which is very pricey. Does marijuana help w/ inflammation?...

1/16/2018 12:10 PM

Crohn's Disease
terrible cramps after eating vegetables

I noticed when I have cramping, drinking alot of water helps soothes. If I was to drink alot of water before and after the salad, would the cramping not be as bad?...

12/10/2017 6:10 PM

Crohn's Disease
terrible cramps after eating vegetables

I really miss big salads (romaine lettuce/broccoli/cauliflower etc)... When I was healthy, I could eat those every day, ahh memories...

12/10/2017 5:29 PM

Crohn's Disease
terrible cramps after eating vegetables

for me I've noticed after eating vegetables/salad that the next day I have the WORST cramps; almost feels like I'm flaring again, but it goes away and I'm fine. In fact when I lay off the vegetables,...

12/10/2017 9:42 AM

Crohn's Disease
spiralizer

does anyone use this? I just got one recently and think its a great way to substitute carbs...

12/1/2017 1:39 PM

Crohn's Disease
6mp everyday at the same time?

I noticed when I started taking 6mp at the same time (down to the minute) everyday, my symptoms were even less severe. Why is that?...

10/27/2017 11:49 PM

Crohn's Disease
Ativan safe to take?

Currently on Humira and 6mp and need to take Ativan because I'm flying and I hateeeee to fly. I'm wondering if Ativan is safe to take, my dr says "yes" but I'm just double checking...

10/25/2017 9:50 AM

Crohn's Disease
Question about Cigna Home Delivery pharmacy

I used to have Aetna and they let me go through a brick/mortar specialty pharmacy. The wording from Cigna sounded suspicious to me. Almost as if I was being strongarmed and I know it sounds silly but...

10/17/2017 8:27 AM

Crohn's Disease
Question about Cigna Home Delivery pharmacy

My insurance (Cigna) said I have to filly my Humira specialty rx medication through Cigna Home Delivery Pharmacy. I was sent a letter saying that if I continue to fill the specialty medication at a...

10/17/2017 7:57 AM

Crohn's Disease
Crowns issue ?.

crowns as in dental crowns? or crowns for your head?...

10/8/2017 4:30 PM

Crohn's Disease
Anyone use the Spiralizer for food prep?

I usually have a tough time w/ veggies. Has anyone used the Spiralizer?...

10/8/2017 4:00 PM

Crohn's Disease
Antibiotic use causes Crohns?

I read somewhere that there is a belief that overuse of antibiotics could play a part in Crohns. Got me to thinking, growing up and leading up to my Crohns diagnosis, I almost never took antibiotics...

8/22/2017 4:29 PM

Crohn's Disease
safe to use a girdle?

Is it safe to use? yes/no?...

8/17/2017 10:12 AM

Crohn's Disease
okay to visit someone in the hospital w/ C-DIFF?

I'm a Crohns patient, currently on Humira/6mp. Is it safe for me to visit someone in the hospital who has c-diff?...

8/11/2017 5:52 PM

Crohn's Disease
Needing a bathroom nearby

thanks...

8/11/2017 5:49 PM

Crohn's Disease
Needing a bathroom nearby

My doctor have prescribed me something (I forget what it was called), but its basically something to keep me from having a bm. Also what kind of diet do you recommend changing to help the situation?...

8/7/2017 11:52 PM

Crohn's Disease
Needing a bathroom nearby

I've noticed that since my Crohns was active (formerly a UC patient), that I have to worry about having a bathroom nearby. Unless, I have a complete/normal bowel movement, I get REALLY nervous and...

8/6/2017 10:55 PM

Crohn's Disease
core training/ab exercises

I recently started doing core exercises (planks etc) and was wondering if thats a good or bad thing?...

7/12/2017 2:57 PM

Crohn's Disease
Fried cauliflower causing GI symptoms?

no offense, but fried cauliflower sounds disgusting....

6/20/2017 10:14 PM

Crohn's Disease
Am I flaring or appendix?

What I found interesting is that if you need surgery on your stomach, sometimes they will take out your appendix as well (thats what I read on this forum)... Why? So today I've been experiencing mild...

6/20/2017 7:49 PM

Crohn's Disease
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