Hi everyone, my [wiki2="Crohns-Disease"]Crohn's[/wiki2] has recently been labeled steroid-dependent. I'm needing to take the next step in treatment as I currently cannot go below 20mg [wiki2="Prednisone"]Prednisone[/wiki2] without flaring. My IBD doctor would like me to start with 75mg Aza this week, but has also said we can do TNF treatement if I'm more comfortable with that.
I have read much about both and it seems there is a proven cancer risk with Thiopurines vs Remicade (TNFs). Also concerned about the Pancreatitis risk and side effects from Thiopurines. Any advise is welcome from those who've been on either treatment? I also welcome treatment options my doctor has not presented.
Active Inflammation appears to be confined to left side of colon and rectum based on last scope.
