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First forum post and newly diagonosed with Ulcerative colitis

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Helldes012

Hello everyone,
I just got diagnosed with UC over the summer after a stint in the ER. Prior to that I've been abusing adderall for a year then went on antibiotics for acne for about another year and a couple after getting off the antibiotics I was diagnosed with UC. From what I've read, taking antibiotics and other acne treaments may be the cause of ulcerative colitis.

My GI doctor prescribed me Ialda 120 mg 4 tabs daily and I've developed servers acne again on my neck, chest, face. So the problem here is, I went to my dermatologist and he perscribed my a doxycycline and Bactrim for my acne. Should I even take the antibiotics? Would it make my UC worse? I am also considering fraxel treatment for the acne scars but I have to take care of my acne problem first. What are some suggestions?

Thanks for reading!
 
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Helldes012

ronroush7 said:
You should probably take a probiotic besides taking the antibiotic.
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Thanks for the quick response!
Are there any specific priobiotics that I would need? I have asked my GI doctor about that and she doesn't seem suggest any sort of specific treatment plan besides fiber dieting and the lialda.
Is there a general probiotic that people with UC take?
 
FrozenGirl

FrozenGirl

I would avoid antibiotics, especially Oral ones. They can cause UC to get worse. They can also cause a disease called C. difficile which I can tell you from experience is quite bad. Depending on your type of acne you might try a topical retinol. If you are female horomonal treatments like birth control or spirolactone might be an option.
 
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Helldes012

I'm a male and my current dermatologist did not tell me what type of acne I have. However, he has perscribed me bactrim and it seems to have reduced my acne. I have tried many topical cleansers, mask, acne washes and none of them have worked. My acne is both deep anf shallow and occurs along the chest, face, neck, and back of the ears. I'll give retinol a try! If anyone knows a good way to clear immunosupressant induced acne, that would be great. Thanks for the tip!
 
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MamiDoll

I take immunosuppressants and Humira and got terrible rashy acne everywhere so I totally feel your pain. I did a light layer of Benzoyl Peroxide 10% store bought cream daytime and a prescription of Retin A at bedtime. I wouldn't suggest oral antibiotics unless really needed. Especially for someone with IBD. I'd first see if your doc could prescribe the Retin A and if the acne is very severe maybe a topical antibiotic like Clindamycin. Taking oral antibiotics has usually put me into a Crohn's flare up. Good luck to you!
 
FrozenGirl

FrozenGirl

As mentioned BP may also be a good option. I believe you can get a prescription that is both BP and retinol which might be more effective for you.
 
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Helldes012

Thank you all for the great tips! I will try both those things and let you guys know how it goes. Should I stop the antibitiocs in the meantime? I'm on my 5th day.
 
FrozenGirl

FrozenGirl

Helldes012 said:
Thank you all for the great tips! I will try both those things and let you guys know how it goes. Should I stop the antibitiocs in the meantime? I'm on my 5th day.
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That's a hard question. On one hand the longer you take them, the more chance of having your ibd flare. On the other hand stopping part way through may lead to antibiotic resistance. I would call your doc and explain you would be more comfy not on antibiotics and ask if it is safe to stop.
 
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