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Evolution of antibody immunity to SARS-CoV-2

https://www.nature.com/articles/s41586-021-03207-w?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social&utm_content=organic&utm_campaign=NGMT_USG_JC01_GL_Nature ...

1/27/2021 6:34 AM

Ulcerative Colitis
How can you give yourself a placebo besides taking a fake pill?

https://www.health.harvard.edu/mental-health/the-power-of-the-placebo-effect?fbclid=IwAR2YtB4847wEDCZ4mzzMYrXLXm5iuQSqsSHeSwBmytNQwnanKTTTlf_anwE ...

1/27/2021 6:16 AM

Ulcerative Colitis
How Many Truly Believe That Food Will Cause/Stop A Flare

fortunately, i have solid evidence every time i poop ;-) TT[/quote] If your poop is solid it does not necessarily mean that it is solid evidence :-)...

1/26/2021 6:08 AM

Ulcerative Colitis
How Many Truly Believe That Food Will Cause/Stop A Flare

Unfortunately, there is no solid evidence that food can cause/stop a flare....

1/26/2021 4:37 AM

Ulcerative Colitis
What are my options? Bridge to biologic

I would try Budesonide foam or enemas as a bridge. In the beginning, you can experience some adverse effect like burning but is usually transient....

1/20/2021 4:33 AM

Ulcerative Colitis
Vit D

I take 2000UI twice a week. I have no idea if it is too low or too much. Before I took 2000UI daily and I felt some side (adverse) effects....

1/20/2021 4:15 AM

Ulcerative Colitis
Cognitive dysfunction in ulcerative colitis patients in remission

Good point Garyi :-) I really have problems with my memory. I can not concentrate on tasks and I have problems with my sleep. I suspect that this is connected to my dormant UC. I have been in...

1/9/2021 1:19 PM

Ulcerative Colitis
Cognitive dysfunction in ulcerative colitis patients in remission

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33417176/ ...

1/9/2021 12:32 PM

Ulcerative Colitis
what are my LT options outside of mesalamine formulations?

In my country, Mutaflor was approved for inducing remission and maintaining remission in mild cases of UC....

12/18/2020 6:07 AM

Ulcerative Colitis
Coronavirus vaccine for people with Crohn's or Colitis

https://www.crohnsandcolitis.org.uk/news/latest-coronavirus-vaccine-for-people-with-crohns-or-colitis?fbclid=IwAR3ZGVxQbqf_Lyi0u-SU_8svk8WUjJq1ICmof8SIOOnxvHGo5UkItsiP0bs ...

12/14/2020 6:52 AM

Ulcerative Colitis
Remicade + Plant Based Diet led to high remission in severe UC

I still believe that diet solves only food intolerance part of the equation. The inflammation part stays intact. Regarding clinical studies about diets and UC there is no clear "signal". Yes, they...

12/14/2020 3:56 AM

Ulcerative Colitis
update on promising new drug ABX464

It looks promising. It is interesting that this drug has demonstrated safety as well as antiviral, anti-inflammatory and tissue repair properties in clinical trials in HIV and ulcerative colitis. New...

12/4/2020 1:48 PM

Ulcerative Colitis
OT Covid vaccine

The risk that COVID‑19 damages our body is far greater than the risk of side effects of a vaccine. If an approved vaccine is available I will get vaccinated immediately. Science has made unbelievable...

11/23/2020 2:55 PM

Ulcerative Colitis
Dietary simple sugars alter microbial ecology in the gut and promote colitis in mice

Simple sugars such as glucose and fructose are present in many plants. More complex sucrose is present in many plants as well. I highly doubt that any of these sugars are "poison". We, humans, have...

11/20/2020 8:03 AM

Ulcerative Colitis
Effect of Selenium Supplementation on Expression of SIRT1 and PGC-1α Genes in Ulcerative Colitis

I love brazil nuts as well. I eat several of them every day. I have to reduce the amount to just one/two a day. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brazil_nut ...

11/20/2020 7:43 AM

Ulcerative Colitis
Effect of Selenium Supplementation on Expression of SIRT1 and PGC-1α Genes in Ulcerative Colitis

This is the first report of the effect of Se supplements on the SIRT1 and PGC-1α gene expression in patients with UC. It seems that the Se caused a significant decrease in the inflammatory response...

11/19/2020 10:21 AM

Ulcerative Colitis
Dietary simple sugars alter microbial ecology in the gut and promote colitis in mice

The results of this study suggest that high-sugar diet might promote gut microbiota dysfunction and IBD development. https://stm.sciencemag.org/content/12/567/eaay6218 ...

11/19/2020 8:30 AM

Ulcerative Colitis
Oral bacteria causing UC

Interesting topic. I have several notes to it. 1. Why are immunosuppressants so effective in treating UC? 2. Why majority of people feel worse after course of antibiotics? A. Cleaning teeth can...

11/10/2020 2:00 AM

Ulcerative Colitis
Colonoscopy results

I would insist on repeating Colonoscopy within 6 months. For better preparation before colonoscopy you can try laxative mineral water (with MgSO4). https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Magnesium_sulfate...

10/21/2020 2:27 AM

Ulcerative Colitis
Curious about Qing Dai and blood pressure

I have not taken Qing Dai. I would be very cautious. Look at: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6378840/ Generally speaking, scientists have ceased exploring this drug because it caused...

10/17/2020 10:23 AM

Ulcerative Colitis
Aimovig helping UC

Interesting. Look at: https://practicalneurology.com/articles/2018-feb/calcitonin-gene-related-peptide-monoclonal-antibodies ...

10/16/2020 3:18 AM

Ulcerative Colitis
Advice please

I would not risk it. Wait several months. There is good chance that vaccine will be available....

10/15/2020 8:48 AM

Ulcerative Colitis
NDN Supplement - people claiming significant health improvement

Thanks for sharing. Quick summary of his (David A. Sinclair PhD) recommendations: 1g NMN; 1g resveratrol; Vitamin D; K2; 83mg aspirin; avoid sugar, bread, pasta; skip one meal a day; get your blood...

10/6/2020 2:24 AM

Ulcerative Colitis
Ozanimod

Thank for sharing. It sounds promising. I have to buy shares :-] Good news is that it has already been approver for Multiple Sclerosis....

10/2/2020 1:58 PM

Ulcerative Colitis
Effectiveness of home-made masks

Considering our results within the context of recent literature on aerosol filtration efficiency of home fabrics and epidemiological modeling of the potential impacts of mask use, we conclude that...

9/27/2020 3:57 AM

Ulcerative Colitis
Dr Albert Snow cures UC too good to be true?

Trust me. He (Albert Snow) does not have a clue. He is mere quack and marketer. Do not waste time and money on him....

9/26/2020 11:14 AM

Ulcerative Colitis
Dr Albert Snow cures UC too good to be true?

His disclaimer: ...

9/26/2020 5:56 AM

Ulcerative Colitis
Can a detox diet cure C-diff bacteria?

Concept of detox does not make sense. These naïve ideas stem from alternative medicine approaches. Our body has its own mechanisms how to get rid of unwanted substances (toxins). There is no easy way...

9/20/2020 12:36 AM

Ulcerative Colitis
Maybe I am crazy.. Homeopathic and nicotine for 7 years in remission.

Yes I have tried homeopathic approach. I used to prepare my own homeopathic meds. I was big fan of homeopathy. That was before the Internet era. Then when the Internet was invented I discovered...

9/18/2020 3:41 PM

Ulcerative Colitis
Struggling with SCD

I believe that it is widespread myth. You should feel better within few hours/days if you exclude problematic food....

9/15/2020 12:21 AM

Ulcerative Colitis
Dumb questions

I have had more than 25 colonoscopies in my life. I am looking forward to next colonoscopy. It is the only diagnostic method that is able to catch up pre-cancer changes in my colon. I am very happy...

9/15/2020 12:07 AM

Ulcerative Colitis
Having inflammation for a few years

Try stronger medication or combination of several meds. Try to achieve remission ASAP. Long term inflammation can cause irreversible changes on your colon. I would not risk it....

9/4/2020 9:05 AM

Ulcerative Colitis
Crohn’s Disease Exclusion Diet (CDED)

Has anybody tried this diet for treating UC? https://academic.oup.com/ecco-jcc/article/11/10/1205/3835921 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jPCuZtJa4FY ...

9/4/2020 6:19 AM

Ulcerative Colitis
Colloidal Silver

Every age has its own kind of craziness. I believe that taking Colloidal Silver is craziness of modern age....

9/4/2020 2:37 AM

Ulcerative Colitis
Do you have tinnitus?

Yes, I have had Tinnitus for 5 years approximately. I am not sure whether it is connected to my UC. I had suspicion that 5ASAs are the culprit. I made an experiment. I stopped 5ASAs for two months....

9/4/2020 12:32 AM

Ulcerative Colitis
Scientists Think They've Figured Out a Main Culprit of Inflammatory Bowel Disease

https://www.sciencealert.com/killer-t-cells-gone-rogue-may-be-a-main-culprit-of-inflammatory-bowel-disease ...

8/31/2020 10:25 AM

Ulcerative Colitis
Leaky gut may contribute to Crohns

Interesting. Alcohol can cause "Leaky gut syndrome". It means that prevalence of Crohn disease between alcoholics should be higher. I could not find any statistical evidence that support this...

8/31/2020 4:35 AM

Ulcerative Colitis
Struggling with SCD

Look at: https://healthygut.com/articles/5-easy-ways-to-add-calories-to-the-scd-diet/ ...

8/24/2020 2:25 AM

Ulcerative Colitis
Early life antibiotic use and UC

https://medicalxpress.com/news/2020-07-antibiotics-early-life-inflammatory-bowel.html ...

7/30/2020 12:27 AM

Ulcerative Colitis
Can’t Find Someone To Drive Me To/From Colonoscopy. Any options?

I guess I have had more than 25 colonoscopies in my life. I have always gone there and back by my car myself....

7/28/2020 3:09 AM

Ulcerative Colitis
Herbal scerbal (as they used to say in the 70's)

I would be very cautious. For example Colloidal Silver. According to FDA there is no evidence that this substance is safe or effective for treating any disease or condition. Silver particles are...

7/27/2020 1:24 AM

Ulcerative Colitis
Treatment with indigo naturalis for inflammatory bowel disease and other immune diseases

https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/25785826.2019.1599158?scroll=top&needAccess=true ...

7/24/2020 1:41 AM

Ulcerative Colitis
Boswelia, Qing-Dai.. other alternative treatment options

Strong evidence is: -several successive clinical trials with positive score (benefits are grater than risks). All FDA approved drugs have succeeded in such trials. It means that benefits of all FDA...

7/14/2020 11:26 AM

Ulcerative Colitis
Boswelia, Qing-Dai.. other alternative treatment options

Something for inspiration: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6540767/ ...

7/14/2020 9:20 AM

Ulcerative Colitis
Prednisone withdrawal blues/symptoms

I recommend you taking an antidepressant. After 3 months reevaluate your situation. You will discover new options how to solve problems....

7/7/2020 4:12 AM

Ulcerative Colitis
Flare after switching to Visbiome

Hi Krissy, according to this post: In other words, the only difference is the trace amounts of dairy found in Visbiome as VSL has no dairy. Do you have milk allergy? (not milk intolerance) It could...

6/29/2020 1:20 AM

Ulcerative Colitis
The 1 month imuran effect(worse than colitis)

The cure should not be worse than the disease. I would ask GI for alternative meds....

6/23/2020 1:03 AM

Ulcerative Colitis
Treating a Severe Flare up with Diet

https://med.virginia.edu/ginutrition/wp-content/uploads/sites/199/2019/08/Specific-CHO-Diet-August-2019.pdf I am sorry but this "buried research" was abandoned many years ago by peers. Yes, of...

6/18/2020 3:52 AM

Ulcerative Colitis
Treating a Severe Flare up with Diet

It may be coincidence, placebo effect, spontaneous remission, effect of other meds/supplements to name few......

6/18/2020 3:20 AM

Ulcerative Colitis
Treating a Severe Flare up with Diet

-- OK, SCD is special carbohydrate diet. -- an example of "high carb" success diet for UC: https://www.highcarbhealth.com/ ...

6/18/2020 3:13 AM

Ulcerative Colitis



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