Remicade IV Treatment

Sunday, January 25th, 2009

Last Friday, I started Remicade in hopes of it working to keep my crohn's disease under control. I am also continuing to take my azathioprine (imuran) daily. I had been feeling so totally crummy.  It's like I'd  been drinking a "lethargic" potion.. my body was so tired, my arms and ...

Treatment / Medications for Crohn’s Disease

Tuesday, August 12th, 2008

I've been meaning to post this.. if for no other reason than to have it for my own records down the road.  As I'm sure things will change soon since I'm still having issues. Current Daily (long-term) Medication: Asacol® (mesalamine) - affects a substance in the body that causes inflammation - 2 ...

Diagnosed with Crohn’s Disease

Friday, February 22nd, 2008

At 37 years old, and an otherwise healthy wife and mom of 4, I was officially diagnosed with Crohn's Disease. Over all, it was simple to diagnose, it was just a matter of my not having insurance and suffering for several months before my body finally said, "Listen, you must do ...