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To Prednisone, or Not to Prednisone, That is the Question

May 18, 2013

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Introduction: Hi, I am a 34 year old mom of 2 boys who ages 8 and 6. I live in Amsterdam, but am originally from the UK. Some more about me: We’ve been living in Amsterdam for 10 years! I love living here, it’s more like a village compared to London, and a great place [...]

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Prednisone Reviews

March 6, 2013

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Read and Write Your Own Reviews on Taking Prednisone!
Prednisone (Prednisolone) is one of if not the most common medications that is prescribed for ulcerative colitis patients. It is a synthetic drug, and is used to treat inflammation.

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Fearing Moon Face for My Wedding

January 3, 2013

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Meet Krystle: I am 24 year old and was originally diagnosed in October 2009. I was in remission for 3 years until October 2012 when symptoms appeared again. Some more about me: I live in Michigan and am employed as an auditor. I am currently in the hobby of planning a wedding for May 2013. [...]

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My Colitis Journey and Chronic Disease Struggle

December 5, 2012

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Meet Laura: I am a 31 year old ER nurse from Ontario and I was diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis 1 year ago. I am struggling with this switch over from nurse to patient and coping with a chronic disease but I am getting through it one day at a time! Some more about me: I [...]

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What Is the Next Step AFTER First Round of Prednisone?

August 23, 2012

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Introduction: Update from being diagnosed with ulcerative colitis in April 2012. My first post was “Distressed in Dayton” Currently as of now on 15 mg of prednisone, 10mg of buspar, and bentyl. Current Colitis Symptoms: Symptoms that I currently have not including side effects to the trials of medications are, bloody stools from time to [...]

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One Said I Had UC and One Didn’t Say

August 22, 2012

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Introduction: My name is Chris and I’m 39 fixing to be the big 4 0 in a couple weeks. I live in Alabama “roll tide”. I love spending time with my family, detailing car and going to car shows. Symptoms: I’ve been symptom free for about a month. My Story: Three years ago I started [...]

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Stupid UC

July 28, 2012

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Meet Leah: My name is Leah, I am 34 years old. I was diagnosed with UC when I was 20. In that time, I got married, had two beautiful daughters, got divorced, and have recently started a new job. I am currently in a flare that seems to be getting worse daily. Leah’s Colitis Symptoms: [...]

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CANKLES

July 24, 2012

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Meet Leah: I’m Leah and I’m a 34 year old single mother of 2. I was diagnosed with UC when I was 20. I have been on the SCD for about 7 months, and have seen great improvement. Because of uncontrollable circumstances, I am currently off the diet and in a mild flare. The main [...]

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Prescribed Prednisone When NOT in a Flare

July 2, 2012

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My name’s Tom. I’m 23 from Northampton, UK and was diagnosed with left sided UC in May 2011 after experiencing symptoms for a number of years prior. Hobbies include, biking, walking and photography My Symptoms: Currently have no symptoms and am still taking 2400mg of mezavant daily since being diagnosed My Story: After being diagnosed [...]

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Can Prednisone Hide the Disease?

June 14, 2012

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Introduction: Hi my name is Shannon “yukondiva” on twitter. ive written a few stories on ihaveuc. its been awhile but love the site an people who write in . im a old timmer to uc an crohns. 12 yrs with this hell. My Story: I’ve had uc for 12 yrs an crohns for 4.  In [...]

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