I'm Pat, an almost 70 year old woman, who was diagnosed with RA 2 years ago, and Crohn's disease this year. I have had complex abdominal issues for the past 16 years, after getting toxic megacolon from C. Diff colitis after antibiotic use. I've had multiple abdominal surgeries, and have a short colon. I have had chronic diarrhea for years, but started bloody stools this past year. Biopsies revealed Crohn's. I had just been diagnosed with sero-negative RA about 2 years ago, diagnosed by joint involvement and bony erosions, typical of RA, but not arthritis associated with Crohn's. Neither disease symptoms are under control yet. Orencia worked great for the RA, but doesn't treat Crohn's, so I am now starting Remicade. Many say that having both RA and Crohn's is rare, and certainly unusual for my age. Anyone else have similar stories or experiences with both diseases? Any good results from Remicade?
Thanks!
Pat
Thanks!
Pat