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margaritaville · 10-05-2007, 03:20 PM

Crohns and Irritable Bowel Disease have similar symptoms. Try www.ccfa.org
for info

sabsab00 · 10-05-2007, 05:19 PM

So I did some further research and I dont think I have it....the medication im on right now is terrible though....I feel worse now then before I started it! I think I will still be tested for it just for my piece of mind. Thank you all for the information and comforting words....it is GREATLY appreciated.

To you all!

LunasMomma · 10-06-2007, 05:28 AM

My dd went to school with a girl whose Mom had Crohn's. She couldn't eat anything with fiber in it.

You might want to check out the benefits of probiotics. I used to suffer with IBS but find that if I get my digestive enzymes and active cultures (yogurt) every day, I have no symptoms at ALL!

Jenn218 · 10-06-2007, 03:50 PM

There is a new vitamin out now too that is probiotic too. I can't remember the name. I have heard that IBS causing a lot of the same symptoms. Also that antiboitics will get rid of the bacteria overgrowth (which also is said to cause a swollen/bloated tummy). Hugs to you and hope you feel better soon!

OH, I had numerous people (doctors, etc) tell me that you can't always trust everything you read online (even on some of the best sites)...so please, don't worry yourself sick!

autumn star · 10-06-2007, 04:09 PM

My SIL has Chrones. She has had it for 10 years or so. At times it can get somewhat hairy for her!

sabsab00 · 10-08-2007, 02:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wylie's Mom

Are you talking h.pylori - or which bacteria? Which symptoms matched - the ones for crohns? Crohns can be managed w/ diet, and occ. meds. But try not to fret terribly bc it is treatable, and common - so there are alot of educated docs out there.

I just remembered the name - it is the h.pylori My memory is REALLY going lol

LoveMyJake · 10-08-2007, 02:59 PM

I have had Crohn's Disease for 29 years and just had my 4th surgery last December.

What kind of problems are you having, and what medications did the dr. prescribe? Feel free to PM me anytime!

Yorkiekids · 10-08-2007, 03:41 PM

I hope your feeling better real soon.

littlewhip · 10-08-2007, 04:02 PM

My sister has it, she was hopitalized last yr and they did a scope of her bowls and stomach and thats what found it, she has terrible stomach and side pain at times, Im not sure what kind of meds she takes but i will find out for you, I hope you are feeling better soon

to you

dbeach · 10-08-2007, 04:07 PM

My son was diagnosed with Crohn's Disease when he was ten, almost eleven years old...

The doctors didn't really know what was wrong at first, the symptoms started out with headaches, stomach pain, being lethargic..

His symptoms escalated before his formal diagnosis as he lost over 20lbs. quickly (he found it difficult to eat without painful cramps)this is when the doctors finally put him under anesthesia and did a colonoscopy. They also scoped him from the top down... that's when they saw the lesions in his upper intestinal tract.

The doctors immediately wanted to put him on steroids which I refused (you can blow up like a sausage!) Luckily, he is able to maintain on a variety of non-steroidal drugs at least for now - without any surgeries.

Sending prayers your way...it's never fun to have any symptoms like these

Debbie

sabsab00 · 10-17-2007, 04:57 PM

Im really praying and keeping my fingers crossed that it is JUST the bacteria and nothing else. I just wanted to thank you all for the information and kind words.

mickey3696 · 10-17-2007, 05:38 PM

I have had Crohn's disease for as long as I can remember and Im 37, when I was 22 they finally found out what it was. I do not take meds. All I do is watch what I eat and eat as healthy as a can. I spent some time watching what made it worse and went from there. Since I learned what to stay away from I do just fine. I do have some times where I get pain in my side but it does pass in a day or two. I hope this helps.

Angel & Muffy

babi1542 · 10-17-2007, 05:46 PM

My mother in law has lived with Crohn's Disease for many years. She has had some colon, stomach, and large intestine removed. I know the disease very well.

Monday · 10-17-2007, 05:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sabsab00

Sadly I dont remember the name of the bacteria- but i looked up the medicatiosn the doc put me on - and they are the same ones that are used to treat crones - meanwhile the dr never mentioned it to me - a freid of mines mother had it - and when i told him he told me about the diesase and i went on line and researched it - the symptoms i have match the crohns disease.....

be careful when you do research like this ...
some people are prescribed Prednisone for asthma and inflammation --
but if you check that med, it is also prescribed for cancers of all sorts, do not jump to conclusions.

Be direct and ASK your doctor what he is treating you for. that is why you go to a doctor.

I hope you feel better!

sabsab00 · 10-17-2007, 05:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Monday

be careful when you do research like this ...
some people are prescribed Prednisone for asthma and inflammation --
but if you check that med, it is also prescribed for cancers of all sorts, do not jump to conclusions.

Be direct and ASK your doctor what he is treating you for. that is why you go to a doctor.

I hope you feel better!

Yes, I was totally being paranoid....

WebMD is not my friend After doing the research I went to my dr again ( i love her btw) she didnt make me feel crazy at all like my old dr...and she confirmed even though they have similarities I really didnt have any of the symtoms - and then I found out that my uncle has the same bacteria and its heriditary...I calmed down.

10-05-2007, 03:20 PM	#16
margaritaville Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: west long branch, n.j. Posts: 4,457	Crohns and Irritable Bowel Disease have similar symptoms. Try www.ccfa.org for info __________________ Joan, Bubba and Sissy-BEWARE OF PUPPY MILLS breathe in, breathe out, move on -jb

10-06-2007, 05:28 AM	#18
LunasMomma Izzy's Momma Too! Donating Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Stuart, Florida Posts: 8,799	My dd went to school with a girl whose Mom had Crohn's. She couldn't eat anything with fiber in it. You might want to check out the benefits of probiotics. I used to suffer with IBS but find that if I get my digestive enzymes and active cultures (yogurt) every day, I have no symptoms at ALL! __________________ Tracy, Mom to Izzy and Luna

10-06-2007, 03:50 PM	#19
Jenn218 Mojo, LilyGrace & Me Donating Member Moderator Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: cuddling with my babies<3 Posts: 17,329	There is a new vitamin out now too that is probiotic too. I can't remember the name. I have heard that IBS causing a lot of the same symptoms. Also that antiboitics will get rid of the bacteria overgrowth (which also is said to cause a swollen/bloated tummy). Hugs to you and hope you feel better soon! OH, I had numerous people (doctors, etc) tell me that you can't always trust everything you read online (even on some of the best sites)...so please, don't worry yourself sick! __________________ Hi I'm Jenn Mom to..... Mojo,LilyGrace & DD Kate RIP Mojo FOREVER in our hearts!

10-08-2007, 02:59 PM	#22
LoveMyJake I love Jackson too! Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Ohio Posts: 2,905	I have had Crohn's Disease for 29 years and just had my 4th surgery last December. What kind of problems are you having, and what medications did the dr. prescribe? Feel free to PM me anytime! __________________ Selina, mommy to Jake and Jackson. RIP baby Lily Coming soon: Gracie

10-08-2007, 03:41 PM	#23
Yorkiekids Piper & Sebastian Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: florida Posts: 14,495	I hope your feeling better real soon. __________________ Susan, Piper ,Harley & Suiki

10-05-2007, 05:19 PM	#17
sabsab00 Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: queens Posts: 1,256	So I did some further research and I dont think I have it....the medication im on right now is terrible though....I feel worse now then before I started it! I think I will still be tested for it just for my piece of mind. Thank you all for the information and comforting words....it is GREATLY appreciated. To you all!

10-06-2007, 04:09 PM	#20
autumn star Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Long Island Posts: 6,095	My SIL has Chrones. She has had it for 10 years or so. At times it can get somewhat hairy for her!

10-08-2007, 04:02 PM	#24
littlewhip Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: wiith my furbabys Posts: 8,874	My sister has it, she was hopitalized last yr and they did a scope of her bowls and stomach and thats what found it, she has terrible stomach and side pain at times, Im not sure what kind of meds she takes but i will find out for you, I hope you are feeling better soon to you __________________

10-08-2007, 04:07 PM	#25
dbeach Donating YT Addict Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Colorado Posts: 331	Crohns Disease My son was diagnosed with Crohn's Disease when he was ten, almost eleven years old... The doctors didn't really know what was wrong at first, the symptoms started out with headaches, stomach pain, being lethargic.. His symptoms escalated before his formal diagnosis as he lost over 20lbs. quickly (he found it difficult to eat without painful cramps)this is when the doctors finally put him under anesthesia and did a colonoscopy. They also scoped him from the top down... that's when they saw the lesions in his upper intestinal tract. The doctors immediately wanted to put him on steroids which I refused (you can blow up like a sausage!) Luckily, he is able to maintain on a variety of non-steroidal drugs at least for now - without any surgeries. Sending prayers your way...it's never fun to have any symptoms like these Debbie

10-17-2007, 04:57 PM	#26
sabsab00 Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: queens Posts: 1,256	Im really praying and keeping my fingers crossed that it is JUST the bacteria and nothing else. I just wanted to thank you all for the information and kind words.

10-17-2007, 05:38 PM	#27
mickey3696 Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Hemphill, Texas Posts: 632	I have had Crohn's disease for as long as I can remember and Im 37, when I was 22 they finally found out what it was. I do not take meds. All I do is watch what I eat and eat as healthy as a can. I spent some time watching what made it worse and went from there. Since I learned what to stay away from I do just fine. I do have some times where I get pain in my side but it does pass in a day or two. I hope this helps. Angel & Muffy

10-17-2007, 05:46 PM	#28
babi1542 Double Trouble Donating Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: FLORIDA Posts: 4,658	My mother in law has lived with Crohn's Disease for many years. She has had some colon, stomach, and large intestine removed. I know the disease very well. __________________ PEBBLES AND SASHA MY DOGS ARE NOT SPOILED...I'M JUST WELL TRAINED!