About to start Humira!

[NuNu]

Hi all,

I was diagnosed with Crohns and ulcerative colitis in 2012 and have had constant flares since then despite taking asacol, azathioprine, prednisone, pentasa, had my first stint in hospital a couple of weeks ago. My specialist is now telling me I should try himira.
I would love some feedback on this drug, I've heard it's quite successful.
Is there any bad feedback out there on himira. Also this is the first time I've joined a group chat forum, I joined as I'm feeling quite alone with this disease
And feel like no one really understands what your going through, it's been helpful to read through some blogs on here, I now know there are heaps of people out there somewhere who can help and understand what I'm going through, I'm a youngish mum with 3 kids, can hardly keep up with them most days, feel like I'm struggling with just getting through each day, I'm often in pain and on painkillers a lot. I struggle with tiredness just wanna sleep all the time, if anyone knows any good ways to get some energy back I'd love to hear it.

 

[pink&green]

Hello NuNu and welcome to the forum you definitely came to the right place lots of support, information and advice on here so don't hesitate to ask questions. Make sure you check out the Treatment subforum there is lots of information about Humira. Hope you get feeling better soon so you can enjoy your kids. Take care.

 

[NuNu]

Thank you so much pink&green, I was up so late last night reading everyone's experiences, don't feel as alone now. I'm so glad I found this website!
Thanks again.

 

[theOcean]

I've had really good luck with Humira! I've unfortunately had some mild allergies -- but I seem to have problems with biologics in general -- but it's been treating my disease well. :smile:

 

[NuNu]

Thanks Ocean,
I hope it keeps working well for you, all the best

 

[VeganOstomy]

Hi NuNu,

I've been on Humira, but it didn't work for me (no drugs have ever worked for me), but I know more than a few people who have had the most amazing success with it, so I'm optimistic that you'll have good luck with it!

Please let us know how it goes for you

 

[NuNu]

Hi Vegan,
Thanks for your input, sorry to hear drugs don't work for you. Sounds terrible.
Will let u know how I get on.