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Old 09-07-2011, 08:31 AM #1
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Steroids were the next thing to try on my doctor's list. I am going to call and see if I can just start the **** things. I hate steroids, but this is worse.
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Barb - Still keeping you in my prayers and hoping they find something to help you, even if it means steroids. Let us know how you are doing.
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Awwwwww Barb, I am so sorry for your pain.
I will pray that the steroids work without the carpy sides..
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Still waiting to hear from the doctor about the steroids.
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IBD is like MS in the way that it is different for every person. My h has had very good results and minimal side effects from Remicade, a biologic. It's an infusion type drug, not an injectable. Remicade is used in patients with Crohn's or colitis.

My son has been on 6-mp for 5 years and is doing very well. It's not a biologic. My h tried 6-mp and developed pancreatitis from it.

I hope you hear from your doc soon, Barb . It's hard enough dealing with one crazy disease. I'll be thinking about you.
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Started taking prednisone yesterday. They put me on 20 mg, twice a day for five days. Still taking the asacol too. Things are improving already. Seeing specialist on Monday. I will ask him about a taper of the prednisone. Really thirsty (drinking lots of water) and hungry. Trying to keep that in check.
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