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  1. ChefShazzy

    ...so much for remission :S

    Argh!!! The return of the damned Crohn's flare!!! I was doing so well on Humira, everything was great and I had almost forgotten I even had Crohn's... Then, some stressful life events smacked me about a month ago, and BOOM :ybatty: - The D started, the nausea, the pain... eventually lost my...
  2. ChefShazzy

    5 Years

    Well, it's today. My 5-year Crohnsiversary. I was diagnosed on May 17, 2007, after two weeks in hospital and a year of being ill beforehand... I finally had some answers and could start moving forward!! It was a challenge at first - the dreaded Prednisone; failing Pentasa, Salofalk...
  3. ChefShazzy

    Shingles and on Humira

    Hi everyone Just wondering your thoughts as two doctors and a pharmacist can't give me a straight answer... I'm a week overdue on my Humira shot now, and a few days ago developed and was diagnosed with shingles. It's being treated with a 7-day run of famciclovir (I'm on Day 2). Should I put...
  4. ChefShazzy

    Prep day!

    Weeee, it's that time again!! Colonoscopy tomorrow, which of course means today is the time we all know and love - prep!! Yippee! (Sorry, I'll start speaking English now - I am also fluent in Sarcasm). My prep is Pico Salax, which I love (yes, I actually do - compared to the other preps out...
  5. ChefShazzy

    ...Another colonoscopy? ...Is it really necessary?

    Hi guys! Well, I had an appointment today with a new GI here in Quebec. Not really sure what to think... After telling him that the last 2-3 days before my Humira injection I get symptoms returning, such as cramps, nausea, urgency and some diarrhea (no blood) - he has scheduled me for a...
  6. ChefShazzy

    Moving away!

    Well, I'm days away from something very exciting and also stressful in my life, and I'm happy to say, my guts are co-operating!! I'm moving away, halfway across the country - a four-day road trip with my dog. I'm super nervous and anxious, but also reallyreallyreally excited! I decided to...
  7. ChefShazzy

    Humira and sensitivity to the sun...

    Hey Humirites... Last summer was my first summer on Humira. I noticed last summer, I got sunburnt more easily. I was very good about wearing sunscreen when I noticed the extra sensitivity. Prednisone also made me really sensitive to the sun, btw. We've had a few really sunny days recently...
  8. ChefShazzy

    Canadian Crohnies - Remember to VOTE!

    ...get out there today and vote, everyone! This is one of the more exciting, hopeful federal elections of the past 15 years. I don't really care who you vote for, just keep in mind that HEALTH CARE is a big issue for us... take a look at the party platforms and it should be easy to figure out...
  9. ChefShazzy

    Numbness in leg

    Hi, guys... I've noticed some numbness and tingling in my left leg for the past couple of months. It goes from my hip down to my foot. It doesn't bother me all the time, and seems to be only when I am standing or walking. It's not really painful - just annoying. Has anyone else experienced...
  10. ChefShazzy

    Gosh Darn it!!

    Just have to vent a little bit... So, after separating from my husband in 2008, I have decided to jump back in to the dating world. Bowels have been stable for a few weeks, so I figure now is as good a time as any... I certainly wouldn't have the energy to date if I was flaring. As it is, I...
  11. ChefShazzy

    Dating

    Hey guys, I was wondering some general things about my fellow Crohnie's when it comes to dating... your feedback would be appreciated. I'm a 27 yr old woman, recently divorced, looking to get back into the dating world. I was married when I was diagnosed, so I've never been single with...
  12. ChefShazzy

    Tired

    tired hey guys, i just wanted to post with a little bit of what i am going through... just have to get it out. i was just in the hospital for a week trying to get this flare under control. i was sent home ysetrerday btu now i am wondering if i should go back... i am still having d 12-15 x a...
  13. ChefShazzy

    Colonoscopy worries

    colonoscopy worries Well, that time has come. C-day... I have my colonoscopy at 8am on Tuesday June 9. Prep starts tomorrow at 8am... thankfully I have been given the Pico-Salax/dulcolax prep, which I have read is the best one of the bunch (still not going to be fun, though!!) I am...
  14. ChefShazzy

    What do you think 'caused' your Crohn's?

    Just a question out of general curiosity... Obviously, we don't know what actually causes Crohn's (or UC), right? But some of us have incidents or reasons in our past that we feel may have contributed to us getting this disease. For me, I ingested laundry detergent when I was about 13 or so...
  15. ChefShazzy

    Borscht

    Hey all; I just made this at home this afternoon, and thought I would share the recipe with you... BORRRRRSSCCCCCCHT!!! Serves 4. 1 tbsp olive oil 1 carrot, peeled and diced 1 med. onion, peeled and diced 1 tsp. minced garlic 3-4 medium size beets, peeled and cubed (wear gloves!!) 1-2 med...
  16. ChefShazzy

    Family - To tell or not to tell

    Hey everyone; Just wanted to bounce this off of you all and hear your thoughts... I haven't spoken to my family (mom, dad, sister, brother) in over 3 years. We were never extremely close and had a 'falling out', lots of drama. Since then, I was diagnosed with Crohn's... I would say it has...
  17. ChefShazzy

    Canuck Crohnie

    Hi Everyone; I've been reading the forums for the past few days, and figured it's my turn to jump in and introduce myself. I would like to see myself being active in these forums, to find support when I am feeling down, and to offer support to others when I am feeling stronger. I'm Sharon...
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