MRI scan and Azathioprine

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Hi, everyone!
I had MRI test in the middle of March and went back to the doctor on 18th of April for the results. He said that my test is showing more inflammation comparing with MRI I had in 2009 for my ovaries cysts. I was sure that they do not have anything to compare with but apparently during gynaecology test they had a look at my intestines as well. He said that I have to start to use immunodepressants, he was really pressing me. I start to cry and said that I do not want to drink them. He said that otherwise I can end up with the other operation. I told him that my blood test is stable, it shows little inflammation but I will always have it for the rest of my days. And I feel stable as well, my weight is not going down easily. He said that this does not mean anything. I have to come back in 6 weeks with the decision. I spoke with my mother and said that I could not make this decision myself because if I am wrong and everything will get worse I will end up "on her neck" again, but she said that she does not want me to drink these pills as well. I do not want to kill my immune system!

I just have a small hope that other time I did not have any special preparation (special drink to expand the intestines, 2 injections (one to dye the blood, other to stop bowel movements as they are permanent)) and this time they just could see better. Unfortunately I do not know anybody who can confirm my theory, but I am not going to drink these pills. To be honest I prefer to die myself than from the pills.

Actually it sound quite stupid for me, I say that I feel quite well and he says that apparently I am not :))
 
Maybe you could get a second opinion. Although ive heard MRI scans are very accurate. Its up to you at the end of the day, but if you do get worse then you cant blame them.

Ive never been one to take pills at all (including asprin or paracetamol) but I put my trust in the docs, they are the specialists and having been on pentasa and azathioprine im feeling so much better. Id seriously recommend reading up on how they work and how they can benefit you before saying no
 

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