WebDec 19, 2013 · UC patients usually have time to contemplate surgery before it happens, and we're also often very sick and worn out before surgery, so it is a big improvement. Cancer patients sometimes have surgery quickly, may not be very sick beforehand, but at least they are cancer free afterwards. WebApr 10, 2012 · Some people can do very well with Imodium (or Pepto) and not have any issues but for others can cause a rebound effect, meaning that it makes symptoms come back worse. Also, you have to be careful of anti-diarrheal's as they can promote toxic mega colon. Occasional use should be okay. killcolitis Veteran Member Joined : Dec 2009 …
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WebJun 18, 2008 · Posts : 6448. Posted 6/18/2008 9:40 PM (GMT -8) A common side effect of UC is Ankylosing Spondylitis; a painful joint problem. Please consult your GI and make sure that you are not suffering from this; they can tell from a simple blood test. carmen. WebUlcerative colitis (UC) can send you to the bathroom. A lot. In fact, diarrhea is one of the most common symptoms of UC. But some people have the opposite problem. If you have UC with constipation ... harry lawrence gage
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WebJun 1, 2014 · Dramatic and rapid weight loss - Does this happen with UC? Not everybody loses weight, some actually gain weight from prednisone. But I sure lost weight during my last flare: 5 lbs a week for a total loss of 50 pounds before my flare ended. NiceCupOfTea Elite Member Joined : Jan 2010 Posts : 11145 Posted 6/1/2014 11:33 AM (GMT -8) WebUlcerative colitis treatment usually involves either medication therapy or surgery. Several categories of medications may be effective in treating ulcerative colitis. The type you take … WebMar 17, 2024 · Forum Information. Currently it is Thursday, March 23, 2024 10:43 AM (GMT -8) There are a total of 3,164,911 posts in 340,032 threads. View Active Topics. Just to defend Big Pharma, just a little bit, the pharmacies can't tell you the price of … Log in to the HealingWell chronic illness community support forums. Aloe did nothing for my UC, and I am very sensitive to mucus-forming … charity values