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Jaime CoyleU.S.
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I can answer any questions regarding what it's like to live with Crohn's, Ulcerative Colitis an ostomy bag, or a j-pouch. Symptoms, medication options, what to expect after some surgeries, and what to expect overall if you are diagnosed. I can give advice on how to explain the disease to friends and family, as well as answer questions for any family members who feel helpless. I am familiar with many support groups and websites dedicated to the diseases which I can refer people to. I also know many products available to help with some of the more uncomfortable issues that come with having these diseases. |
Hi Scott, Sorry I didn't get back to you before your doctor appointment. Hopefully you told your concerns to your doctor and he took it upon himself to check for fistulas. I think the only way to
Hi Rebekah, With all those foods he is trying to avoid it's going to be difficult right now. After my surgeries I drank a LOT of Ensure. But if he doesn't want to eat dairy that counts that out.
Hi Scott, It's hard to say how long it takes an abscess to heal because each one is different. Some can even take years. If you aren't getting any other symptoms then it's ok. I would continue with
Hi Janice, Of course, Crohn's and Colitis can always come back. That is something that will never go away. This could be a flare up, have you noticed any difference in your ostomy output? Have you
Hi metoymi, I'm not sure I will be of much help with your problem, as I'm not a Dr and my "expertise" is more in the Crohn's/Colitis genre. But just some things that I notice from what you're telling

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