XELJANZ® (tofacitinib) for the Treatment of Moderately to Severely Active Ulcerative Colitis On May 30th, 2018, the Pfizer corporation, announced that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved its application to allow for Xeljanz to be used by ulcerative colitis patients who meet certain criteria. There are some more details listed on the Pfizer […]
Simponi Failing – Tofacitinib or Surgery
Meet Amit: I’m a Program Manager at large credit card company, 47, male, Chicago, Ulcerative Colitis diagnosed in 2009, married with two kids and otherwise a healthy human being. On my 6th drug for UC out of a possible 7 or 8 per my GI and potentially nearing surgery decision. Some more about Amit: I […]
Taking a Break & Enjoying Life
It is fast approaching my 10 year mark with Ulcerative Colitis, and it was time for a break. I shot the video above about 5 days ago. Since then i have biked about 285 km ( or about 220 miles) east through far eastern Hungary, and today is my third day in Romania. my buddy […]
I Wanted to Share This with UC’ers – It Took Me A Long Time To Find Out
I am taking New Roots Probiotic Recovery that has 120 billion live active whole cells, and 20 strains. I am in my third month now. I recently had a bad stressful situation and no blood, cramps, nothing…
Hereditary Question about Your Kids Getting Ulcerative Colitis
Hello my name is Sally and I was diagnosed in 2008 with UC. I think I am finally on the correct site to post my thoughts and concerns. Some more about Sally: I was in the wine trade for many years and was in buying and selling wine. I did a lot of tasting too. […]
Diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis Via Biopsy, I’m a Pilot and Can’t Afford Frequent…
My name is Talat and belong to Pakistan, I was diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis by biopsy test. I used Masacol for few months and then quit as I still had loose stool and was not comfortable. I started using Ayurverdic Indian medicine and got better, but now I get frequent episodes of constipation and use […]
I was Diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis via Biopsies But Doctor Says It’s Gone
While I’m happy to know that things are looking good inside of me, I’m freaked out about not getting the treatment I need when I STILL HAVE PAINFUL FLARES. I’m trying to get a hold of the records from my first doctor to show my new doctor but I haven’t been able to get them […]
A Potential Option to Antibiotics That Worked for Me (Topical instead of Oral)
I am always SCARED that the day will come when I need to turn to antibiotics to fight off some infection or some other strange medical problem. Maybe you feel the same. Here’s a story that worked out well. A few weeks ago, the time came. I had been dealing with a semi-bleeding nose, perhaps […]
How to Live a Normal Life with Ulcerative Colitis
My name is Fitsum Masresha. I have been diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis 8 years ago. Recently I have had my second colonoscopy. It went very well! I look forward for the third one.
Can People with Proctitis / UC live a long life?
Meet Roxy: Roxy, I believe I have posted 2 years ago before. Here’s an update! Mild UP is back, but mild symptoms fading away on its own after 2 weeks. Nevertheless going Dr to get meds up my butt since I got a colonoscopy yesterday. Some more… Full time mother, and although busy, I love […]
Fecal Transplant Interview with Dr. Davis – An Expert on FMT (With Instructions)
Incredible interview with Dr. Mark Davis which goes into details with a leading world expert on Fecal Microbial Transplants for ulcerative colitis, along with a How To Guide for everyone to try if you wish.(from home)
Mastic Gum for Acute Colitis
I figured if it worked for Crohn’s it would probably work for UC. So I purchased a bottle and when my next flare up came along I took 2x 500mg capsules twice a day. Within 24 hours I was feeling better and 4 days later I was significantly better. My CRP, a blood test measure […]
Beat Your Disease Interview About Ulcerative Colitis
This is an interview I had with some friends of mine named Vinny and Louis. They have both known me for over 10 years(so that’s both before and after I was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis). And I’m hoping that it can give you some insight into my thoughts about living with UC and maybe help […]
