Remicade is a medication that affects the immune system and is prescribed for Ulcerative Colitis patients who are not responding to other medications. It is administered through an IV usually into your arm.
Introduction: Hiya, My name is Michelle and I live in Hertfordshire, England. I am a 42 year old single mum to a wonderful 12 year old :o) Symptoms: I was diagnosed with Chronic Ulcerative Colitis in 2004 and I am currently on a slippery path down into a dreaded ‘flare up’. Lost My Funding: Over the years I have tried just about every type of… Read More »Lost My Funding :O(
Introduction: Hello all I am a married male in my 40s living in the US in the state of Virginia. I have always been very successful in business until my little visitor UC came along. Like most I am including a story of years of experiences of dealing with this treatable but not curable (in my case) disease. Colitis Symptoms: Cramps,bloating,gas,bleeding during defication, pain in… Read More »First Remicade Infusion (Indeterminate Colitis)
Introduction: My name is Kelli and I am 24 years old. I have been diagnosed with UC since I was 13 years old. I am currently experiencing a flare up and my doctor is wanting to start me on remicade. I have been on asacol since I was diagnosed with Colitis. Any Advice With Remicade? A little background on my medical history~ At 14 years… Read More »24 Year Old Seeking Advice About Remicade – Please Help
Introduction: Hello. My name is Dan K. and I am 54. I was diagnosed with UC after I had the standard colonoscopy when I turned 50. I am currently struggling to make a decision on a next treatment drug. My Remicade / Humira Dilema: Since being diagnosed, I have tried several drug treatments. I have found that I am allergic to most of the standard… Read More »Alternatives to Humira / Remicade Colitis Treatment
I really wish I had known how dangerous and experimental these drugs are… while this is very rare, I know I am not the only person on this site that has had a bizarre reaction to these drugs, although from what I understand from the many doctors I have seen, my reaction is one of a kind…