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My symptoms were so evident I was diagnosed with AS by my Gastroenterlogist. I have significant bone fusion which affects my posture.

Yes, I was, at various times, on Entocort, Imuran, 5-ASA and Methotrexate. Currently getting B12 shots and iron infusions, as well as folic acid and Vitamin D supplements.

I've been diagnosed with Crohn's Disease for 22 years, Ankylosing Spondylitis a few years ago. Have done very well since a bowel resection, but am now finding myself about to start Remicade -- primarily for the AS, although my Crohn's is also acting up.

Not a joke. http://loudwire.com/ozzy-osbourne-free-colonoscopy/

Launched today: http://www.gutsywalk.ca/ It replaces the Heel 'N' Wheel-A-Thon and takes place June 10th in cities and towns across Canada.

http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/731851 Still fairly early into the study, but what promising news! Apparently, you need to subscribe to this link's site. Without posting the entire article (copyright issues), here's the first few paragraphs.

I too have Ankylosing Spondylitis, and suspect the initial symptoms first appeared concurrent to my Crohn's diagnosis 20 years ago. Many years i was misdiagnosed with sciatica, and in retrospect I am suffering for it today. I still have a great deal of mobility issues, as the pain is primarily...

I have one too. Great investment.

LINK Interesting tangent.

http://www.businessweek.com/lifestyle/content/healthday/642740.html Saw this, thought I'd pass it on.

Hello medic8, Your story is virtually identical to mine. Diagnosed on the operating table in 1990. Tough introduction to a disease I had never heard of! Many years of remission until three years ago. My resection involved both the ileum and the duodenum (as well as other innards like gall...

Hi Chad, I've suffered from both Crohn's and Ankylosing Spondylitis for over 20 years. Back then, I was 27 years of age. I had some pretty intensive intestinal surgery including a double resection. So I understand where you are coming from. Really sorry to hear you're going through so much...

mmmmmmm.... broccoli smoothies.

I had to cancel a medical appointment today because the procedure involves sedation. I am not allowed to drive myself or take a cab home. I have nobody willing to take a few hours out of their day to help me.

Had mine out 20 years ago along with the bowel resection. No stones, but it was inflamed. Have had chronic diarrhea ever since. Like others, greasy food does a real number on me.

Overpriced junk marketed by a slimeball. LINK

Hey Ria! Sorry all of this has happened to you. Crohn's sucks. Join the club. You've come to the right place. We'll be here for you throughout your journey.

Hello SJW, I have Crohn's Disease as well as sacroiliitis / Ankylosing Spondylitis. I can definitely relate to your predicament. I am currently on Imuran, Entocort and Asacol. I also go for physiotherapy and practise some basic yoga stretches. Humira has been mentioned by my General...

The Crohn's rate is too high everywhere in the world.

Terminal Ileum and duodenum (both since removed). Now a bit of Crohn's activity where the small and large colons meet.