Ulcerative Colitis – Colitis Symptoms, Colitis Diet, Colitis Information

Introduction: I am 43 yr old male active male from Melbourne, FL that was diagnosed in July 2012. After noticing blood in the toilet in early June, I went to my general practitioner. After several tests I was referred to a GI doctor. The GI doctor preformed a colonoscopy in July 2012 which revealed that [...]

Some Quick Info About Me: Hi everyone – I’m Jonathan. I’m 31 years old living in Nashville, TN. I was diagnosed with UC in May of 2011, and have been experiencing varying levels of an active disease ever since. Some more about me: I’m married with no kids, and this disease hit me like a [...]

Although very rare, some of us who have used/use Humira to treat our ulcerative colitis (and several other diseases) have come down with skin problems and skin rashes.

Meet Nancy: I am 50 years old. I was diagnosed with UC back in July of 2011. I had the one colonoscopy that diagnosed me but may need another one if current treatment doesn’t work. Some More About Me: I like crafts and country decor. I am from New Jersey and have 2 daughters. My [...]

Quick Update for all of you who are wondering about and/or interested in the followup regarding the FDA’s approval of Humira. Back in August (link to original story-here) you may remember we talked about the approval process that the Food and Drug Administration was taking regarding Abbott Laboratories anti-tumor necrosis factor (TNF) medications that blocks [...]

Introduction: Hello my name is Mylène Savaria and I am 41 years old. I live in Canada and I am a social service worker and on the side I live my passion and teach zumba. I have 2 grown kids and a wonderful husband. I am a passionate person that loves life even when at [...]

Hey UC’ers, how the heck you all doing? Here’s my first post since getting back from my camping/rafting trip and its not a typical one, but because I get so much email and there’s so much chatter about Humira amongst the colitis folks of the world, I thought this would be of interest to many [...]

Bio: Efim. Living in NY, 40 years old. Living with UC for 13 years. Leading a very stressful life. Currently on Prednisone 15 mg, started the SCD recently. My Symptoms: ongoing stomach pain, weakness, fatigue, diarrhea, and hemorrhoids. My UC Story: I have been diagnosed with UC 13 years ago. The leading cause of my [...]

Introduction to Troy: Hi I’m from Kokomo Indiana I’m married with 3 kids I’m 26 and was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis in 2008 as one of the youngest cases ever documented in indiana I run a weed control and fertilizer specialist business. My Symptoms: After 4 years of remission I’m currently experiencing a mild flare [...]

Intro: My name is Maggie. I’m 61 yrs. old, live in Oregon, near Portland with my boyfriend of 9 1/2 years I work as a part-time housekeeper and also collect disability. We lead a quiet life with our 3 cats. I knit a lot and am a vendor. My Colitis Experience: I was diagnosed with [...]