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You look gorgeous, Joleen!

I am having a pretty good day today, so I guess sushi is A-OK! Boy, was it yummy! Thanks again for all the advice!

Hi and welcome! It is not uncommong for people with auto-immune diseases to ahve more than one. Therefore, if you are concerned your GI symptoms could be IBD, make an appointment with a GI. I sure hope it's not IBD, but it is better safe than sorry. As far as Remicade, many switch to Humira...

Hi FloridaJoe and welcome! I am not sure what ME stands for, so could you be more specific? I assume it must include GI issues. If so, what specifically are you struggling with? Anyone who suffers from GI issues is welcome here! We can all learn from each other. Once again, welcome...

Worst: My worst flare started after arriving to my brother & sister-in-law's new home in New England. It was awful being so sick away from home. After the bathroom trips subsided a bit, we had to turn right around and drive 6 hours home. Best: I enjoyed a week long Caribbean cruise and my...

I agree with your theory, Jessi. Our issue is autoimmune, so a transplant won't solve the issue permanently. However, would it allow a fresh start for those who exhausted many of the treatments? Just a thought...

Yes, if Humira is working for you, stick with it! Unfortunately, if you stop treatment and flare, there is a good chance it will not work again in the future. It's a good thing you don't feel too unwell despite the severity of your Crohn's. However, you'll have to be sure to get regular...

I recently read an article in Parade in the US Sunday paper of a young girl's small & large bowel transplant for her rare condition called chronic idiopathic intestinal pseudo obstruction. I wondered if this could be a development for IBD, as well. Thoughts? http://www.chp.edu/CHP/matisse+reid

Well, to ring in the new year I will be off to get myself some fancy sushi tonight. Thanks for all the advice. I will be able to enjoy my meal with a bit less fear!

@ShanBanana - I am happy to hear you don't have Crohn's and now have an answer as to what is going on with your health. How is Vertigo treated?? @Sunshine - I am glad your on 5mg of pred now and for only a week. Hopefully, you can get thru this quickly and with the least amount of pain &...

Hi and welcome! Boy, you've been through so much! But it does sound like you have some good doctors in your corner. Like Angrybird, I am curious as to what your current treatment is? How have you been feeling? I sure hope you have healthy road ahead! Once again, welcome to the forum!

Hi Kyra and welcome! Boy, you've been through so much. I feel for you for having to deal with this illness at such a young age. And I am sorry to hear your current flare has been so stubborn. I hope if you decide to switch to Remicade, it does wonders for you like many of our other members...

Hi and welcome! Our stories are pretty similar. I went to a GI when my only symptom was passing mucus. We assumed it was hemorroids, too, but I had a colonoscopy to leave no room for uncertainty. Like you, I was shocked by the results! Similarly, my GI can't positively say I have Crohn's as...

Hi jimmyf and welcome! I am sorry you are experiencing so much knee pain from the Imuran. I have read others suffering from bad joint pain while being on this drug. Like you said, the biggest concern is it causing damage to your joints. Unfortunately, I don't know the answer. If you discuss...

It's funny you bring this up. A few weeks ago, I saw an article in Parade (magazine in the US Sunday paper) of a little girl who successfully had a small & large bowel transplant for her rare condition (not IBD). For more info on her story: http://www.chp.edu/CHP/matisse+reid. I wondered if...

Hi Melissa and welcome! Getting an official diagnosis can be challenging for many; trust me, I know. You made a smart move getting all of your records prepared for your new GI. This should certainly save time, energy, and money. In the meantime, I'd be careful with my diet. I stick to a low...

We're ready for your story when you are, Danielle! Look forward to hearing from you!

What wonderful news! I hope you have many, many more years of blissful remission!

Hi and welcome! The first flare can be a bit scary. I am glad you are able to see your doctor in a week. For the meantime, I suggest sticking to a low residue diet. Foods include toast, chicken, rice, crackers, applesauce for example. All of these foods are easy to digest and shouldn't...

Hi Geri and welcome! I don't have experience with Remicade, but I agree, it sounds like the culprit. I sure hope things start to clear up, since you have stopped. Many who haven't had success with Remicade, do well with Humira. I hope this will be the case with you. You may want to bop...