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  1. DJW

    "Mucus isn't something to worry about"

    I'd be very careful about accusing a GI doctor of lying. Mucus can be present in IBS, which is not a result of inflammation. Ccfa.com. IBD vs IBS. Sorry can't do links on my handheld device.
  2. DJW

    Hating life! 6mp

    Sorry your going through this; it is awful. I get many of those same issues when my anxiety gets out of control. The other symptoms you describe are also symptoms of anxiety. I'd suggest talking to your doctor about it. Sending you my support.
  3. DJW

    Now, back surgery

    That's awful. Vent away. Sending you my support.
  4. DJW

    Newly Diagnosed

    Hi and welcome. Congratulations.
  5. DJW

    Hello from mom of daughter with Crohn's

    Hi and welcome. We have a fantastic group of parents here. Sending you and your daughter my support.
  6. DJW

    Good GI appointment!

    My GI doc is very pleased with my progress. Remicadeis working well . :dance:
  7. DJW

    New and in need of advice if possible

    Hi and welcome. Sorry you're going through this. I know how difficult it can be. Blood, weight loss, joint pain, to me means pushing for an appointment with a gastroenterologist. I'd suggest keeping a journal of all your symptoms and questions you have for the doctor. The gold standard for...
  8. DJW

    What time day

    I take mine in the morning with all the other meds.
  9. DJW

    Is this fatigue?

    I'm really not sure about this. I too think you should talk to your doctor on this one. I hope you get this sorted out soon.
  10. DJW

    Stress & Crohns

    Hi and welcome. For me, school was all about time management. I always hated last minute cram sessions. They stressed me out.
  11. DJW

    Crohns & anorexia

    Hi and welcome. You're in a very difficult place. It is possible to have a clear scope and flair if the activity is located in the small intestine. Have you had an upper GI series? For dehydration I'd suggest trying pedialyte. No prescription required and you can get it in any pharmacy. It...
  12. DJW

    Are Biosimilars good to replace Remicade/Humira?

    Would it be the generic of infliximab? Is the patton coming to an end?
  13. DJW

    Are Biosimilars good to replace Remicade/Humira?

    Has it been studied in the US and Europe? I haven't heard of it so no help from me. Sorry.
  14. DJW

    Can growing up resolve a stricture

    Totally understandable. It's a difficult diagnosis at any age but more so for the younger ones in the developing years. I'd suggest looking into counciling for him. The psychological side of this disease can't take a toll on anyone. I do want to encourage you. I was diagnosed young and lead...
  15. DJW

    Does anyone know about Short Bowel Syndrome

    Hi and welcome, I'm afraid I don't have any answers. I want to send you my support.
  16. DJW

    Sign of a flare?

    It could be. If things are different than usual. It could also be a flu bug. We're still prone to regular run of the mill illnesses. Hope you feel better soon.
  17. DJW

    Help Please!!!!!

    Hi, Sorry for the late reply. Your symptoms could mean Crohn's, but I'm no doctor. Vitamin D deficiency is common in Crohn's. I've read of people getting sweats as well. I've experienced lots of the cramping pain associated with CD. Is the dizziness accompanied by extreme fatigue...
  18. DJW

    Can growing up resolve a stricture

    Hi and welcome. IMO, and that is all I can offer, no. Is it from inflammation or fibrous scar tissue? If its the latter it will remain. Scar tissue eventually requires intervention (surgery or dialation). There is no medication available to eliminate it.
  19. DJW

    Post Surgical Enterocutaneous Fistula

    Hi and welcome. Sorry i cant help. Just want to send both of you my support.
  20. DJW

    Experience with Remicade?

    Hi, I have been on Remicade for a year. It's working.
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