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Charmin Ultra Soft is the Best, But That Paper At Work, Why Not Just Use a Pine Cone?

Chad C — Fri, 18 May 2012 05:39:50 +0000

Introduction: 39, Male, diagnosed with UC in 2007, my mother has UC and had her colon removed and colostomy bag in 2006. Blue collar worker, enjoys being outside, Mt. Biking, hiking, kayaking, spending quality time with my 18 month old daughter. All things seriously compromised by UC. Symptoms: Currently having a mild flare. BM’s 10-20 [...]

College Life, Being 21 and Having UC

Meghan Christine — Thu, 17 May 2012 13:49:02 +0000

Introduction: I am 21 years old, attending Saint Louis University in Missouri. I am a undergrad in the Occupational Therapy program there. I’ve had Ulcerative Colitis for about 3 years, and it’s been a roller coaster ride. I absolutely love to travel! I’ve actually been called a gypsy on more than one account. I love [...]

176 Patient Colitis Work Survey

Adam — Wed, 16 May 2012 05:24:17 +0000

The Working and Having Ulcerative Colitis survey results are here. Not too long ago, 176 UC’ers from both the newsletter and the Facebook group shared a few minutes to complete the survey’s questions. That’s almost 200 people who participated which in and of itself is incredible. As you will see, the results and comments that [...]

Miracle Healing

Ali — Tue, 15 May 2012 13:45:16 +0000

Introduction: I am a forty year old mother of two living in N San Diego County. I was first diagnosis ed with Ulcerative Colitis in 2001 (lower portion of colon affected). Symptoms: currently all my symptoms are gone! I feel better than ever! My Story: Suffering terribly, my daughter had a field trip to California [...]

UC Athlete Looking for Natural Ways to Control Flare Ups

Tim — Sun, 13 May 2012 05:57:22 +0000

Introduction: Diagnosed in May 2011. Age 29. Always been a health nut with a good diet and daily exercise. A few periods of intense endurance training for marathons and Century Bike rides. Symptoms: Flare ups range from mild to moderate. Worst I’ve had is an 8 week flare that involved bloody diarrhea about 8-12 times [...]

Tails from a Toilet Seat

Eric — Fri, 11 May 2012 05:43:04 +0000

Does anyone who lives in a colder climate like Canada, notice a relief of symptoms in warmer climates? Like during a vacation to Cuba, Mexico, Florida, etc.??

UC Is Not the End of the World

Adam — Wed, 09 May 2012 03:17:20 +0000

7 Minute Video that is based on a story written by a fellow UC'er a few weeks ago. Finding ways to move past UC mentally is a HUGE part of the UC game.

Bad Smellin Wizz

Johnny Drama — Tue, 08 May 2012 13:57:02 +0000

Intro: Im a 21 year old college dude living with UC here in the USA, was diagnosed back in JAN 2010 Been on the SCD Diet since day one and been taking 3 lialdas every morning Take a multivitamin everymeal along with a vitamin D pill I enjoy frolfing, being outdoors, camping, fishing,chillin with friends, [...]

Lost in Translation

Anton — Mon, 07 May 2012 15:44:09 +0000

Introduction: Hi! My name is Anton, 23 years old. I’m living and studying in Moscow. I was born in Kazakhstan in small old town named Uralsk. I like reading, walking, cycling, chess, ballroom dance, yoga, music. My life has changed a lot when I was diagnosed. I abandoned my ballroom dance hobby, didn’t work, almost [...]

Esalen Part 1 – Seven Year Old Walk

Adam — Sun, 06 May 2012 15:14:45 +0000

Hey Everybody, Although it was a bit more expensive this year, when the anniversary week rolls around like it did recently I’m at my happiest. And no, we didn’t get our freak on all weekend long, but that’s not what anniversary weekends are all about for Michaela and I anyways. So as a follow up [...]