S'up? - New guy here

[R4VEN]

Hi everyone, new guy here. Thought i should introduce myself.

I am a university student who was diagnosed with Crohn's around 6 months ago and was quickly put on Infliximab. I have had 4 infusions now and so far have had zero visible side-effects.
If anyone wants any advice on what it's like to get an infusion or has any other questions, feel free to ask.

Chin up and good luck with everything:thumleft:

 

[ronroush7]

Welcome. I wish you the best.

 

[Jelly loves Peanut butter]

Glad you are doing well! My 10 year old son will be starting remicade infusions on 9/22 so hoping he will not have any side effects either! Welcome, you will find a lot of support here.

 

[R4VEN]

Yeah, hopefully he responds well to it like I have.

For me the procedure was very straight-forward and easy. He may feel his arm go a little cold as the Remicade goes in but other than that i didn't feel a thing.

I would recommend bringing along something to keep him busy while it happens though...it can be a pretty boring procedure! :boring::thumleft:

 

[ronroush7]

Agree.

 

[dave13]

Welcome to the forum. I have infusions as well,July was the four year mark for me. I hope the infusions continue to go smoothly for you. My next infusion is next week,the day before my birthday. :dance:
chin up and good luck to you as well.

 

[R4VEN]

Thanks. I'm glad your treatment is working too. We are very lucky.
What a birthday present! Happy birthday for then:cheerss: