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  1. Adam1971

    Am I "vulnerable" to covid19?

    Hi all. I'm trying to determine if I should consider myself in the "vulnerable" category for this virus. I am in surgically induced remission and not on any meds. My immune system seems to be fine. I have read that regardless, Crohn's people are more at risk for certain pneumococcal infections...
  2. Adam1971

    Question about crohns and fatigue

    Hi all. I am wondering about what your experience with basic fatigue is with crohns. I ask because I have been searching my memory about signs and symptoms of crohns ever since being diagnosed on 12/24 with inflammation and narrowing at past surgery site. I thought I had been in remission since...
  3. Adam1971

    Prednisone for only 5 days?

    Hi all. I went to ER on 24th for significant pain on right side. CT scan found narrowing at site of surgery in terminal ileum 7 years ago. ER doc prescribed 60 mg prednisone for 5 days. Pain has improved markedly. I'm thinking it may be foolish to just go off it with no other treatment in place...
  4. Adam1971

    Anastomosis stricture

    Hi. I had surgery 7 years ago to remove structures in my ileum. Now a CT scan found narrowing at the anastomosis site. I was referred to general surgery. I will see new GI doc next month. Being in remission for 7 years meant being dropped as an active patient so I have to start all over with a...
  5. Adam1971

    Worried about blood in stool

    Hi folks- I want to the bathroom this morning and there was blood with my stool. I am used to seeing bright red liquid blood occasionally from hemorroids, but this am it was more like little blobs with little fibers, and a little darker. I'm just curious if anyone has knowledge about this. I am...
  6. Adam1971

    Adhesions?

    I know there are several posts about adhesions on here, but I wanted to ask folks a couple of questions. I have an extremely gurgly gi tract , especially after surgery 2 years ago. Lately, the pain in the lrq has resurfaced a little, and seems to shift and gurgle more when I press on that area...
  7. Adam1971

    Lamictal

    Hi folks. I was prescribed lamictal to help raise the bottom of the lows and iron out frequent bouts of irritability associated with mood. Anyone who has any experience with this , please take time to make a note of it. I'd love to know how its worked for you. Thanks. Adam
  8. Adam1971

    Would you email your GI your beefs?

    Hi there. I had a gi apt today to address symptoms I have had over the last 6 weeks. I have been in remission, but in the last six weeks, I have felt frequent nausea, pain in the lrq, diahrea, bloating, etc. Also, dizziness and losss of balance here and there. After waiting to get into the to...
  9. Adam1971

    How do you lessen nausea?

    I am just wondering what suggestions folks have for dealing with nausea. I am going to be having colonoscopy in 3 weeks, but before then, I probably will not go on any crohn’s meds. I have been med free since December surgery. I have frequent nausea that lasts a long time. Some times its so...
  10. Adam1971

    Ughh-stress, flare, quitting work, need support/venting

    I just wanted to put into words the experience I am having with crohn’s right now, and to hopefully lighten the burden of my mistakes weighing on my body and soul. About 4 months ago (almost to the day) I had an ileocolic resection. The recovery time was kind of rough, but normal as that goes. I...
  11. Adam1971

    Welbutrin side-effects or a flare?

    My first round with crohn’s snuck up on me and lingered for years before I knew I was even sick. By that time, I needed surgery, basically. So, I don’t really know what the beginning of a flare feels like after a period of relative remission. Now I am 4 months post-op, and I am feeling some...
  12. Adam1971

    How can I ease the pain of my healing incision/scar?

    I had surgery on the 11th of December, and have a 4.5 inch scar (belly button to pubic line). I am beginning to be more active, and the skin and tissue around the scar is getting quite tender. The surgical nurse says that time and taking it easy is the best thing to do for this. I am curious how...
  13. Adam1971

    Just had my surgery yesterday :)

    Hello everyone. I'm writing from the hospital bed, just wanted to report that I have "made it through" my ileocolic resection. The pain stinks, but the procedure was successful. Thank you for your advice and support!
  14. Adam1971

    Prayers and thoughts...

    Hello everyone. This is not a crohn's thing, but I wanted everyone of the inclination to pray for a little girl I know named Eleanor and her family. SHe was just diagnosed with leukemia and is very sick. I know you all understand support through terrifying or heartbreaking times. This is one of...
  15. Adam1971

    I think I want surgery...afraid my surgeon won't agree.

    Hi Folks- As my first appointment with a surgeon approaches (Nov. 21), I am feeling more apprehensive about whether or not the surgeon will think I am "bad" enough for surgery. I am curious if I am worrying over nothing. Basically, I am afraid he'll think my stricture is too small, and my...
  16. Adam1971

    Anyone know anything about "left retroaortic renal veins"?

    My ct and mr scans have noticed this feature of my kooky body. I wonder what if any connection there is between crohns and this not so common feature. Thanks.
  17. Adam1971

    Here is an interesting summary of crohn's surgery from surgical perspective

    http://www.fascrs.org/physicians/education/core_subjects/2003/crohns_surgical_therapy/
  18. Adam1971

    I wish I could concentrate...any suggestions?

    I have been having a terrible time with concentration. Its not distraction, just feeling stuck. Come to work, stare at computer, try to part the fog and work, not too productive...etc. Anyone else in this boat? Any ideas?
  19. Adam1971

    Pen injection bruising

    Anyone ever get a nasty purple bruise the size of a quarter after a stomach located pen injection? Its a beauty!
  20. Adam1971

    Concerned and need support

    Hi folks. I am just posting my concerns because I feel I have no one to talk to about being sick at this time. Its a burden to my wife and family, and having a negative impact on my work abilities. My disease is under control with humira, but a stricture is causing daily symptoms of partial...
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