Good to the Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network on-line. They have a wealth of information. My son has severe food allergies. Also, if you want to go to certain Chain restaurants, check out their...
FunkySahara and Firemt - I am the parent of a 3 yr old with severe milk, peanut, and now soy allergies. You have both made very good points regarding society's treatment and portrayal of food...
Laurar - you might remember me from the UC board. I had my BCIR surgery on March 17. Posts on this site and the j-pouch site scared the dickens out of me, but they didn't sway my decision. They...
My sister-in-law always gets a rash when the first nice weather pops out here in NY. She goes tanning at a salon slowly to build up a base tan first before hitting the real outdoors. I'd suggest...
Dee, I am interested in your post b/c my son has severe allergies to milk and peanuts. He breaks out in hives if he is even TOUCHED by someone who also touched a cow's milk product or peanut. This...
I decided to start a new topic since I didn't want to overtake the one about insensitive spouses. I posted on that topic that I have what is called a Barnett's Continent Intestinal Reservoir. It is...
I had my BCIR (Barnett's Continent Intestinal Reservoir) surgery 8 wks ago and I had my entire colon and rectum removed. I have a flush stoma where I insert a catheter to empty my internal pouch. My...
I am the mom of a 3 yr old boy who has severe allergies to milk and peanuts, and I am looking for anyone with experiences like ours. My son is very aware of his allergy and always asks me or his dad...
Sue, Thanks for finally replying! I was surprised not to hear from anyone for so long. I just had an appt w/ my GI today and we discussed J-Pouch vs BCIR. I am with you - I don't want to worry about...
I've had UC for 15 yrs and post frequently on the UC board. I am beginning to research surgery options, as I am tired of spending 1/2 my days in the bathroom and my UC has been getting chronicly...