Is a lack of energy normal in ulcerative colitis?

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I start of my day with energy, by 1pm i have very little energy and cant keep my eyes open, i also can not do too much in a day or in a week or i become ill and sleep for days.

I do not have anemia and my bloods come back ok, but i have been diagnosed with Ulcerative colitis?
I was diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis in February, and yes I have noticed that I feel weaker/more tired. It may have because I had a lot of loss of blood-anemia. Check with your doctor. You should share with them anything you have encountered. It can help research and it could be affective towards your health.  (+ info)

I have both ulcerative colitis and Irritable bowel syndrome?

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Has anyone else got the two together? I sometimes cant go to the toilet for days. Now Ive just recently started taking medication for the Ulcerative colitis but it seems to only make things worse. The other night I had constant stomach ache but didn't go to the toilet. Now when I eat I simply feel sick. I have been to the toilet but just a bit each time. What should I do. The doc said I should just caryr on on the meds and everything should get better but this is painful :-(
you might need more fiber in your diet. i have irritable bowel syndrome where i will have pain in my groin. i know a good fiber that might help, miralax is a fiber you should use, i also have diverticulitis which is very pain full.  (+ info)

How to deal with ulcerative colitis?

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I was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis last year. I want to know if anyone has suggestions or advice for dealing with relapses.

Doctors often say that diet has little to do with the disease and does not affect remission and relapse, but I find this hard to believe.

Any suggestions are welcome.
I was diagnosed with UC 18 years ago and many times I found that diet made a difference, however, not always. Try to stick to a strict eating regime; eating at the same time everyday, avoid snacking, eating a low-fat, low sugar diet. etc. Eat food in moderation and not too much of any one food. Drink an adequate amount of water (not too much) and be sure to get the right amount of rest.

Of course, as you know, there doesn't seem to be anything you do when you have a flare up. In these instances I try to fast or eat smaller meals to lessen the side effects and sometimes even take an Imodium or two.

Exercise also makes a big difference. I notice that when I walk or cycle, my symptoms really seem to subside.

The biggest thing you can do for yourself is to RELAX. From my experience UC folks tend to be worriers. If you're like me, you're calm on the outside, but a bundle of nerves on the inside. Take a walk, read a book, listen to some music, but find a way to let go of your stress in your own way.

Good luck to you!  (+ info)

How many people have heard of Krohns Disease or Ulcerative Colitis?

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I do a lot of work to bring about awareness of Krohn's Disease (which I have) and Ulcerative Colitis, so I was wondering how many people really know what it is. If you do, where did you learn about it? If you know someone with either would you be willing to share a story about it with me? Especially if the person is younger, like me and the people I talk to about it...Do you have any questions about it you would like to ask me? Thanks so much!
*Crohn's, sorry for the mispelling, it was a typo
I have known a few people with Crohn's disease, and with Ulcerative Colitis. There are a couple of groups on Yahoo that can help you meet others with the disease, and can help you with symptoms, medicines, and other issues. I joined a group for IBD and it really helps with food choices, and figuring out what to expect.  (+ info)

Is there any other way to help my ulcerative colitis without medications?

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I have ulcerative colitis and i was going to the doctor, but the medicine was not doing me any good, it actually felt worst. I don't kno what to do this is a horrible thing to have i feel like i can't go out like normal people for a long time because im always going to the bathroom any advice would be very much appreciated thanks
I know exactly how you feel. The medicines my doctor prescribed actually made my symptoms worse and the Prednisone made me puff up like a balloon. At a certain point I began wondering what it was that had caused me to have UC in the first place, and I became a little wary of flooding my body with chemicals.

Unfortunately the dietary changes and even naturopathic treatment didn't work for me either.

I eventually decided to see a therapist. I just went to my college's counseling office--they weren't even experienced with my condition. What my counselor was experienced with, though, was students coping with stress. It was in that office that I finally began to understand my condition as very (maybe even mostly) stress related and induced.

The act of talking to someone about everything I had going on in my life really helped. She was also able to suggest some things I could do to become less stressed, such as getting better at saying "no" to commitments my schedule couldn't handle, even if I really wanted to be involved. I dropped a class and took more "me" time. And I haven't had a flare-up since. I'm off meds and in remission, and so happy to have my body back.

I would suggest you find a counselor. If it doesn't help manage your symptoms it will at least help manage your psychological health while coping with the condition.

Best of luck. I feel you.  (+ info)

I have a question about clindamycin and colitis?

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I have been taking clindamycin for 6 days now, i take 4 times a day and its the 300mg strength. The past 3 days I ahve been having very loose and watery stool, i have been nauseous and feeling very weak and light headed. I have taken clindaymicin about 4 other times in the past 6 months. Could I have colitis? When should I see a doctor. Is there a good chance of getting colitis whilte taking the drug?
You should let your doctor know about this. A complication of chronic antibiotic therapy, especially with clindamycin is a colitis involving C. Difficile. Basically, the antibiotics kill off most of the normal bacteria flora in your gut allowing C. Difficile to flourish, leading to a severe colitis requiring yet another special antibiotic course to get rid of it.  (+ info)

Can ulcerative colitis be affected by a cold?

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I have ulcerative colitis and have been very well off for about 2 months until today. I got a cold and have been experiencing bad symptoms. Could this be because my medicine (immune suppressant) is focusing on curing my cold and not fighting my colitis??? help!
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Is there an antibiotic treatment for human colitis?

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My dog has recurrent bouts of colitis. She has been on rounds of prednisone and amoxicillin several times. Is there a human treatment for this disease such as antibiotics or a drug that I might ask my vet about? She is so thin, but does seem to do better on the high-carb diet.
Of course there is as a matter a fact your dog has been taking almost what human take.
Humans can suffer coelaic I was wondering if animals can as well
If so then take his off all Wheat product including Pasta unless you can get hold of the pasta made with eggs???
Ask your vet is it possible a Animal can have coelaic disease.


Best of luck  (+ info)

Does Ulcerative Colitis affect the reproductive system for women trying to conceive?

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Does Ulcerative Colitis affect the reproductive system for women trying to conceive?
Not at all... two totally different body systems.  (+ info)

If you have acute colitis what medications can you take for it?

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Is is cure for Colitis? What are the symptoms? Please help.
The symptoms of acute colitis include one or more of the following:

Frequent loose bowel movements with or without blood


Urgency to have a bowel movement and bowel incontinence


Lower abdominal discomfort or cramps


Fever, lethargy, and loss of appetite


Weight loss with continuing diarrhea


Treatment for ulcerative colitis depends on the seriousness of the disease. Most people are treated with medication. In severe cases, you may need surgery to remove the diseased colon. Surgery is the only cure for ulcerative colitis.

For a mild case of diarrhea, you can manage your discomfort by doing the following:

Drink clear fluids such as water, lemonade, light lemon tea, and light soup.


Drink at least 8-10 glasses of water and other liquids daily to prevent complications such as dehydration.


As your symptoms improve or your stools become formed, start to eat low-fiber foods. Do not eat greasy or fatty foods for few days. For example, avoid milk, cream, or soft cheese.

P.S. Acute does not mean temporary, it means that it's in an inflammatory phase. If you have problems for more than 3-4 days, see your doctor. Good luck, hope you feel better soon.  (+ info)

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