Colitis Questions

Is severe back and leg pain a side effect of my ulcerative colitis or my meds Asacol and Remicade?

Posted 23 Jul 2012 by Poopbuckets • 12 answers

I'm on 4,800 mg Asacol and Remicade infusions . The pain is really bad . Should I ask my doctor for some sort of pain meds ? Was diagnosed dec 2011. My legs ache all night . My joints are stiff and achey knees are also aching.Keeps me up at night . Doc wanted to put me on prednisone but I ...

Which is more effective, beano or gas-x for gas from ulcerative colitis?

Posted 13 Jun 2014 by Ajc11753 • 1 answer

I have Much flatulence from ulcerative colitis...

What is C Diff Colitis? How contagious is it?

Posted 19 Apr 2013 by kathyhanson • 1 answer

My sister-in-law was in ICU for 2 weeks with this infection, and then went to a convalescent facility for a week. She is now home, but my brother is beginning to show symptoms - diarrhea, cramping, low grade fever. They are both in their 70's and have a myriad of other medical issues. They are ...

Is there a free Humera help for Syria?

Posted 25 Jun 2017 by Saharhamzeh1 • 0 answers

my brother use to live in USA but had to leave due to immigration issues. His wife and all kids are Americans. He is in Syria and has ulcerative colitis: crohns disease ( very bad) . He has been in steroids for years. Nothing is helping. They suggested Humira but he can not get it there. Is there ...

Has anyone ever taken Lialda for mouth ulcers?

Posted 17 May 2017 by LHyde • 2 answers

I have been diagnosed with ulcerative colitis, doctor gave me Lialda. I am also experiencing painful mouth ulcers, a lot of them can't eat or hardly talk. Had anyone else had this same problem? Also how long does it take for Lialda to start working?

What is the best med for colitis and what dosage?

Posted 18 May 2017 by Pechnik • 0 answers

Accutane - Would you take isotretinoin if your father has severe ulcerative colitis?

Posted 2 Apr 2017 by Smendelsohn • 0 answers

What is "hydration therapy"? Why do I need it prior to CT with contrast?

Posted 17 Mar 2017 by pinkprincess • 0 answers

Long history of colon problems with constipation and infectious colitis. Bloodwork showed my creatinine levels high and GRF level low. Doctor suspects I may have diverticulitis or my recent bout with colitis indicates infection that's not been cleared up.

Viberzi - Has anyone with IBS-d and colitis used this?

Posted 12 Feb 2017 by Tammie13 • 1 answer

Is it possible to have delayed side-effects with Pentasa?

Posted 25 Jan 2017 by Rimansa • 0 answers

I stared taking Pentasa slow release tablets (Mesalazine) 4g a day since March 2014 when i was diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis. they are not doing much but doctor said i need to continue taking them anyway on top of stronger medications. long story short of different medications, at the moment i ...

Ulcerative Colitis - Active - Is there anyone that can help with costs of Entocort EC?

Posted 22 Dec 2016 by Wendybrown • 0 answers

I would like to know how to get assistance with my prescriptions. I am uninsured and I do work. I can not afford $360.00 a week.

How long does Humira take to work for those with Ulcerative Colitis?

Posted 29 Oct 2014 by jtings • 1 answer

I've been dealing with moderate left sided UC for the past year and a half. I just began Humira and I have noticed no side effects or any change in my illness. I'm curious to know for those who had positive experiences with Humira, how long did it take to work?

Colitis - I can't sleep at all my family dr put me on a sleep aid 20 mg plus my legs hurt all the?

Posted 22 Oct 2016 by Chickie28 • 0 answers

... time. Well I just took another 20 mg of the sleep aid hope I sleep. Do you think I'm taking to much ? Help !!!

What is a good antibiotic for infected tooth?

Posted 15 Jul 2016 by SweetieC • 0 answers

... I have Ulcerative Colitis, and I believe an infected tooth, other than staying away from clindymycin is there another antibiotic I should avoid?

Lomotil - With with colitis and uncontrollable diarrhea?

Posted 28 Sep 2016 by Shaernurse • 0 answers

I have been diagnosed with colitis and diverticulitis along with IBS-D. I have already missed almost four months straight. Under FMLA, also 4 to 5 days a month on intermittent FMLA I know stress plays a big part in mine. Wanted to ask has anyone gotten disability for this ? If so do you mind ...