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Hi Sharyn and welcome to the forum! I am sorry about your recent diagnosis, but at least you now know what is really going on with your body and its not just IBS. Have you seen an improvement after starting pred, yet? Pred works quickly to get the inflammation under control. However, it...

Hooray! Congratulations! I am so happy to hear you are doing so well. I hope the good times keep on rolling!

Yes, Cat, you did suggest taking a photo and I did just that yesterday! Unfortunately, the first few times I passed a lot of blood, I was at work and w/o my camera phone. But I took one pic at home, but it had the least amount of blood for the whole day, but it is still visible. I am holding...

Oh, Tamesis, what an awful day you had. I am so sorry. Hopefully, that will be the last. Crossing my fingers something comes up in the test that gives you some answers and on the road to feeling better. Well, I know I said I was going to put my undiagnosis on the back burner for now, but it...

I am glad you are doing a bit better, Pen, but I am sorry to hear about hubby. Ouch! I hope he has a speedy recovery!

Hi sarahjane and welcome! I haven't been on a liquid only diet, but I imagine it must be very difficult. I think the biggest challenge must be the social aspect & food. Everything revolves around food! I sure hope these 4 weeks go by fast for you. I think what would make me stop craving...

Wow! What a great success story. And you have some diligence. I give you a lot of credit, but it certainly seems like it has paid off. I hope you continue to feel so terrific!

Hi Ellaruby and welcome! It may take Infliximab a few more doses to full take effect. However, I don't know for sure if it will or will not help with your energy levels. Many struggle with fatigue. But I think the goal is to get the inflammation under control as much as possible; in my eyes...

Hi jk86 and welcome! Oh boy, you certainly have been through a lot in such a short period of time. Thank goodness you have such a wonderful support system. That is key. How are you feeling at the moment? Any improvement? Are you going to take a maintenance drug to try to keep the...

Hi shazamataz85 and welcome! I am sorry you aren't feeling well and are back in the hospital. You've tried many of the treatments, but one biologic you haven't tried is Humira. I wonder if this will be an option your GI suggests. Some people have had some great results with the drug. If you...

I am so sorry to hear Budesonide isn't cutting it. After 3 months, I think you should have seen an improvement. What other medications are you taking if any? As my friends above said, be sure to reach out to your GI and stress the fact that you need an adjustment to your treatment plan. I...

Hi and welcome! I am sorry you have struggled so much with your JPouch. I think the main reason is you its likely you do have CD, not UC. To be honest, we have had several members with the same story - diagnosed with UC, got a JPouch, rediagnosed with CD. It is very, very upsetting to think...

I am glad the big D is under control, but I hope the other symptoms subside soon, too.

Hi Sbailey! First off, congratulations! Were you trying or was this a surprise? Hubby and I want are going to start trying this year, so I have done a lot of homework on the subject. I have found this article on the CCFA website very informative. What medication are you currently taking...

This is really interesting, David. How long do you intend on taking wormwood? Please continue to keep us posted.

You don't sound horrible. The truth is people don't understand what it's like to have a chronic illness. Health comes naturally to so many; they just can't relate. But when the tables turn, people quickly change. I have a two close friends from college. When I got sick, they'd ask how I...

I am so happy to hear you are doing well only after 2 days! I think this is a really good sign. Happy Anniversary, too! Enjoy!

Hi ekuskrash and welcome! I am sorry about your recent diagnosis. But you've come to the right place for support and knowledge. Granted, thanks to your profession, I am sure you were already familiar with IBD. Before meeting with your GI, I suggest doing some homework ahead of time. I'd...

I am glad your labs look good, but I wish your symptoms matched the results. This cdiff is being so stubborn, isn't it?!

Good, I am glad. And by the way, never ever be afraid of being too detailed on the forum. Nothing is off limits! Actually, I pass a good deal of mucus every day. Sometimes, I go to the bathroom just mucus. It's so gross! Ah...the life of IBD...