tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-77807595851772796582011-04-21T14:39:00.953-07:00Did you or a family member/friend get diagnosed with Ulcerative colitis (UC)? UC is an extremely painful disease that causes inflammation and ulcers in the lining of the rectum and colon that bleed and produce pus. This causes the colon to empty frequently, causing cramping, diarrhea and loss of blood. UC is an inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). UC can be treated with drugs, but for many it will end up with total removal of the colon and possibly the rectum. I was one of those. Welcome!JaniceMhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16894043369260210452noreply@blogger.comBlogger71100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7780759585177279658.post-74960643091859446712008-07-23T00:36:00.000-07:002008-07-23T00:38:35.622-07:00

Well, here's a place where you can search anywhere in your travel to check on restrooms, and get a coupon off!How fab is that? http://www.imodium.com/page.jhtml?id...nclude/3_5.inc

JaniceMhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16894043369260210452noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7780759585177279658.post-49518034517313496482008-07-10T11:29:00.001-07:002008-07-10T11:36:57.209-07:00

It can be frustrating to find methods to control chronic pouchitis and diarrhea. There is alot of information in the forums (i.e. http://j-pouch.org/eve/forums; http://www.ostomates.org/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=7 and http://www.uoaa.org/forum/index.php) that has terrific "real life" help and information.I have always used probiotics and L Glutamine (info: http://www.vitalnutrients.net/

JaniceMhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16894043369260210452noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7780759585177279658.post-46620129793424419802008-07-01T09:42:00.001-07:002008-07-01T09:50:01.654-07:00

Well, it's officially summer. Fun it is at the beach and parks. While this generally brings a gleam of happiness and smiles, for ostomates, it's all about "where are the bathrooms". It's a major distraction. Are there any? Will they have doors? Can I get to them?And, not to mention the bathing suit delimna and swimming. It's not a surprise that most of us feel self-concious in a bathing suit. Add

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I know for sure that there is still not alot of information on UC and what works best for the majority. It's all over the map.I know for sure is that just because you may look good on the outside doesn't mean you are not disabled on the inside.I know for sure that changing your diet doesn't always work.I know for sure that the drugs do not always provide a remission and generally give you side

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It's important to replinish your sodium and potassium levels daily. The new G2 (gatorade) now has less sugar and is delicious. Too much sugar will aggravate you if you are experiencing diarrhea. Baby electrolyte formulas work very well and they even come as popsicles! Water is terrific, but can actually dehydrate you unless you add some minerals.You can also use a bit of natural Sea Salt - sold

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It is important to research and communicate with your doctor, what treatment(s) - both short and long term is best suited for you, your lifestyle and personal beliefs.Drug TherapyAnti-inflammatory drugs are usually the first step in the treatment of ulcerative colitis (i.e. such as mesalamine) to control inflammation and induce remission. Corticosteroids (i.e. prednisone)are very effective but

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I suffered from UC from the age of 13 until I had my colon and rectum surgically removed at age 21. I am now 50 years young and not much has really changed regarding treating this disease. Some consider it autoimmune, which I wholeheartedly agree with since I have other related conditions. I had a traditional Ileostomy then converted to a continent Kock Pouch requiring several valve

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