Going straight to a biologic? Just came from my GI doc and we decided on Entyvio. I was just diagnosed with moderate pancolitis and am on my pred taper (day 19, 20 mg) and mesalamine...Reactions 0 reactions Comments7 repliesTips & AdviceTreatment
I’m Tired of The CycleI have been battling UC and Crohns for at least 40years. Biologics make me feel worse. entocort works very well. My Dr is biologic happy. As soon as my symptoms...Reactions 0 reactions Comments19 repliesTreatment
Starting new treatment AdalimumabHi all, I'm new to this forum but I've been finding it really helpful to hear from people going through similar situations. I've been diagnosed with UC in Sep 2021...Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 repliesTreatment
Crohns disease perianal diseaseHi all I was looking at seeking others who may have this issue and what treatments they are receiving. To cut a long story short I have tightening of my...Reactions 0 reactions Comments9 repliesTreatmentLiving with Crohn's DiseaseFlare-Ups
EntyvioI’m @ a point where Mesalamine & steroids r ineffective or too damaging to continue. Would like to know of others’ experiences with Entyvio, in terms of efficacy & side...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 repliesTreatment
What foods promote intestinal healing(making a duplicate post on the sister site IBS) Hello, I am currently suffering from GERD. My doctor has prescribed me pentaprozale and I am going to take it for...Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 repliesDiet & NutritionTips & AdviceTreatment
IBS or abdominal pain with Xeljanz?I am 67 and have been taking Xeljanz for about 2 years. I have RA and ulcerative colitis. My UC has been in remission for about 7 years. I have...Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 repliesTreatment
Prednisone and pain/relief Hi all, I was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease last week and prescribed 60mg of Prednisone. I was hoping to see some relief but it’s been 6 days and I’m still...Reactions 0 reactions Comments12 repliesTreatmentNewly DiagnosedFlare-Ups
Side effects of Azathioprine vs Biological drugsHi good people! I'm pushing my doctor to switch my medicine from Azathioprine to a Biological drug such as Remicade as I'm in a minor flare up and I believe...Reactions 0 reactions Comments6 repliesSide EffectsTreatment
Alternatives to Cipro for Pouchitis?Hi there, I'm a 40yo woman who grew up with UC. I underwent j-pouch surgery about seven years ago and have been prone to bouts of pouchitis since, typically closer...Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 repliesFlare-UpsTreatmentTips & Advice