Humira is another immune suppressing drug which is also VERY strong. It is one of the TNF biologic drugs. This is a new drug for Ulcerative Colitis patients, and is used more commonly with arthritis patients. Its taken via a subcutaneous injection, basically a small needle that goes just under the skin.
Introduction: Hello my name is Mylène Savaria and I am 41 years old. I live in Canada and I am a social service worker and on the side I live my passion and teach zumba. I have 2 grown kids and a wonderful husband. I am a passionate person that loves life even when at times it is quite challenging but we live and we… Read More »Help, I Feel Lost, Big Decision Ahead
Hey UC’ers, how the heck you all doing? Here’s my first post since getting back from my camping/rafting trip and its not a typical one, but because I get so much email and there’s so much chatter about Humira amongst the colitis folks of the world, I thought this would be of interest to many of you who might be making medication decisions if you’re… Read More »FDA Update on Approving Abbott’s Humira Medication for Colitis
Bio: Efim. Living in NY, 40 years old. Living with UC for 13 years. Leading a very stressful life. Currently on Prednisone 15 mg, started the SCD recently. My Symptoms: ongoing stomach pain, weakness, fatigue, diarrhea, and hemorrhoids. My UC Story: I have been diagnosed with UC 13 years ago. The leading cause of my disease is probably stress. I am a very stressful person… Read More »Humira and SCD for Colitis?
Introduction to Troy: Hi I’m from Kokomo Indiana I’m married with 3 kids I’m 26 and was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis in 2008 as one of the youngest cases ever documented in indiana I run a weed control and fertilizer specialist business. My Symptoms: After 4 years of remission I’m currently experiencing a mild flare which is uncommon for me now but used to I… Read More »Humira May Just Be Gods Gift to UC Patients
Intro: My name is Maggie. I’m 61 yrs. old, live in Oregon, near Portland with my boyfriend of 9 1/2 years I work as a part-time housekeeper and also collect disability. We lead a quiet life with our 3 cats. I knit a lot and am a vendor. My Colitis Experience: I was diagnosed with UC about 8 years ago because of a bad flare… Read More »Does Taking Supplements Help Your Ulcerative Colitis?