Hi, I am writing concerning my daughter. She has just been diagnosed with IBD or Crohn's and enterovesical fistula. The doctors say they need to remove the inflamed colon area and half of her bladder. Is there any way other than surgery to heal a fistula of this type? Her younger sister also has Crohn's and has been hospitalized twice, once at diagnosis, and keeps it under control with no meds and careful diet. She did not have fistulas, but initially was vomiting often and they said her ileum area was so inflamed there was only a tiny area of opening. Any help would be appreciated! Also, any thoughts on carageenan? Both of my daughters have been vegetarian from birth. The first daughter mentioned is vegan and the second is mostly vegan vegetarian. And their father is Ashkanazi Jew!