Big Big round of applause for Lana up the coolest city in Canada(Saskatchewan…coolest name for sure). (Video Below) Lana sent an email over a few days ago letting us know that she is involved with some research focused on people like us (and like her) with IBD. She has ulcerative colitis too, and she needs […]
Peptide Therapy?
My name is Jeff. I live in Houston TX. I am 45 years old. My job requires extensive travel. I live in hotel rooms and airplanes the majority of the work week. I enjoy the outdoors and play golf as much as I can (pain permitting). I Have four beautiful kids and my wonderful wife […]
10 Years With Ulcerative Colitis
Hey UC’ers, What is Up…!!!!??? Today, October 2nd, TEN short (sometimes long) years ago, I was getting a ride down to the Stanford Colonoscopy Center, not sure what the heck was going on with my bloody poop attacks. Ten years ago today, I also had an few tubes plugged into my arm, to shoot in […]
Xeljanz (Tofacitinib) Medication for Ulcerative Colitis
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… iHaveUC’s FREE “Ulcerative Colitis Tips” is specifically for everyone who uses the website. Feel free to use it […]
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. iHaveUC’s FREE “Ulcerative Colitis Tips” is specifically for everyone who uses the website. Feel free to use it anytime.
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 […]
