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Hi Elise, and welcome to the forum! :) Just as Pen stated, you have the initial 4 shots (I had all of them in my belly) and then 1 every month or so (I think it really depends on you're severity). I had the pen injections, and had them for just over a year, till I had an obstruction (narrowing...

Yes you're exactly right. I was put on the low-residue diet shortly after my obstruction, yet it happened again not long after, which prompted the doctors to go with an operation. Also I can't really explain it, but the pain associated with an obstruction 'feels different' I would say even worse...

This option may sound absurd but bear with me. I recall one evening watching an episode of the UK medical program, 'Embarrassing Bodies'. The episode featured a young girl who was suffering from a fungal type infection on her foot. They tried various methods such as medications, and salt water...

Wow these replies don't stop coming! Hi Dusty, thanks for the reply. Yes I too also wonder, what life could have been if I had initially had the surgery. However they are doctors for a reason, and I also believe surgery should be the last option. I mean, say the disease comes back shortly...

Thanks very much for the replies. Yes, I too hope to remain in remission till the day I die! :tongue: Thanks for the welcome Dexky, I look forward to meeting a great many number of people. I shall indeed be sticking around :) Hi, Dallies, it amazes that me that parents such as yourself, take...

First off all I hope the title doesn't depress anyone in any way, and instead reinforces are positive message. Also I can't believe I didn't go and find emotional support throughout my journey, as I believe it would have helped me so much. Nevertheless here I am... and here goes... My Crohns...