Category Archives: Ulcerative Colitis

I have used cannabis for my multiple sclerosis for the past seven years, and after doing some testing (by stopping use a few times to see what would happen), I KNOW that it works for these diseases. I'm sure it works for colitis, too. I attended the January 2011 medical marijuana conference in Laguna Woods. OCNORML was selling a DVD of this conference's speakers, so anyone interested can probably order a copy and watch the speakers themselves. One speaker discussed how cannabis had saved his wife, and then his grandmother-in-law, from the effects of both Crohn's Disease and IBS. His wife developed both diseases. He did some research, and made her a drink called bhang, by gently cooking cannabis in goat's milk. Based on my experiences, if you cook cannabis at very low temperatures, you can infuse a liquid with the cannabinoids (and terpenes and flavenoids) without decarboxalating the THCa into THC. THCa, the natural plant acid, is not psychoactive. But THCa becomes THC, a psychoactive compound, when you knock the "a" molecule off by heating the THCa to 300 degrees Fahrenheit or more. I've made a cannabis glycerite to treat my MS and psoriasis, and I "pasteurize" it at … Continue reading →

Murata I, Satoh K, Yoshikawa I, Masumoto A, Sasaki E, Otsuki M. Recurrent subcutaneous abscess of the sternal region in ulcerative colitis. Am J Gastroenterol. 1999 Mar. 94(3):844-5. [Medline]. Kimura K, Hunter SF, Thollander MS, Loftus EV Jr, Melton LJ 3rd, O'Brien PC, et al. Concurrence of inflammatory bowel disease and multiple sclerosis. Mayo Clin Proc. 2000 Aug. 75(8):802-6. [Medline]. Egan CA, Meadows KP, Zone JJ. Ulcerative colitis and immunobullous disease cured by colectomy. Arch Dermatol. 1999 Feb. 135(2):214-5. [Medline]. Esteve M, Gisbert JP. Severe ulcerative colitis: at what point should we define resistance to steroids?. World J Gastroenterol. 2008 Sep 28. 14(36):5504-7. [Medline]. [Full Text]. Shen B. Crohn's disease of the ileal pouch: reality, diagnosis, and management. Inflamm Bowel Dis. 2009 Feb. 15(2):284-94. [Medline]. Van Assche G, Vermeire S, Rutgeerts P. Treatment of severe steroid refractory ulcerative colitis. World J Gastroenterol. 2008 Sep 28. 14(36):5508-11. [Medline]. [Full Text]. Heuschen UA, Hinz U, Allemeyer EH, Stern J, Lucas M, Autschbach F. Backwash ileitis is strongly associated with colorectal carcinoma in ulcerative colitis. Gastroenterology. 2001 Mar. 120(4):841-7. [Medline]. Kaufman SS, Vanderhoof JA, Young R, Perry D, Raynor SC, Mack DR. Gastroenteric inflammation in children with ulcerative colitis. Am J Gastroenterol. 1997 … Continue reading →

Your doctor will make a diagnosis based on your medical history, a physical examination, and a series of tests. The first goal of these tests is to differentiate ulcerative colitis from infectious causes of diarrhea. Following this, the patient generally undergoes an evaluation of the colon, using one of two tests -- a sigmoidoscopy or total colonoscopy. In addition to making the initial diagnosis, the tests your doctor performs will also help determine which type of Ulcerative Colitis you have. Each type has its own specific symptoms and associated complications. Learn more about the different Types of Colitis. Your doctor will conduct a physical exam of your body and interview you to learn more about your general health, diet, family history, and environment. Early steps in the diagnostic process can include laboratory tests of blood and fecal matter. Stool specimens are analyzed to eliminate the possibility of bacterial, viral, or parasitic causes of diarrhea. Blood tests can check for signs of infection as well as for anemia, which may indicate bleeding in the colon or rectum. Your doctor may recommend endoscopy, which is the use of medical instruments to visually examine the interior of your colon with a lighted tube … Continue reading →

Mucus In My Stools: What can be more annoying than looking into the toilet when you are in the middle of ulcerative colitis symptoms and seeing something that is unfamiliar? mucus on a stool in the toilet bowl How often should people be examining their stools or poops if you want to call them that anyways? It seems that for everyone with ulcerative colitis, what ends up in the toilet bowl is almost the most exciting or sometimes depressing part of the day. How strange is that. Yet again, I threw myself back into denial, and just avoided thinking about what this strange slimmy mucus stuff was. I had no idea why it was attached to almost every crap that landed in the toilet bowel, and I really was worried that something was wrong inside of me. Mucus is simply a secretion that comes from many different parts of the body. It is not limited to the intestines, but rather it can be found on the inner lining walls of the stomach as well as other organs of the body. It is not something to be worried about most of the time. The job of mucus is to protect and … Continue reading →

Deciding whether you should participate in a study or clinical trial is an important personal decision. Your decision is best made with a full understanding of the process of drug development and your specific role. While the choice is ultimately yours, we also highly recommend that you first discuss it with your physician, as well as members of your family and friends. Learn more about our clinical trials and how you can get involved. The Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of Americas (CCFA) also maintains a comprehensive database of studies, clinical trials, and other research into Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis. You can use the search tool below to access listings for current and upcoming opportunities to participate in this research. Search by keyword, or specify which disease you have been diagnosed with, as well as your location, to help narrow your search. 635839175|*|40.1167446|*|-88.21448570000001|*|611 West Park Street, Urbana, IL 61801, USA|*|Urbana|*|61801|*|IL|*| A Double-Blind, Randomized, Multicenter Study of Higher Versus Standard Adalimumab Dosing Regimens for Induction and Maintenance Therapy in Subjects with Moderately to Severely Active Ulcerative Colitis|*|,ulcerative-colitis|*|,adult-18|*|,female,male|*|,moderate,severe|*|,clinical-trials|*|http://www.ccfa.org/research/participate-in-research/find-studies-and-clinical-trials/serene/a-double-blind-randomized-24.html|*||*|,IL625402831|*|37.1470853|*|-80.4138595|*|110 Akers Farm Road Northeast, Christiansburg, VA 24073, USA|*|Christiansburg|*|24073|*|VA|*| A Double-Blind, Randomized, Multicenter Study of Higher Versus Standard Adalimumab Dosing Regimens for Induction and Maintenance … Continue reading →

Ulcerative colitis is a disease that causes inflammation (painful swelling) and sores (ulcers) in the top layers of the lining of the large intestine. The inflammation usually occurs in the rectum and lower part of the colon (large intestine), though it may affect the entire organ. Ulcerative colitis may also be called colitis, ileitis or proctitis. This disease form is often difficult for doctors to diagnose because symptoms are very similar to irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and Crohn's disease. As with other inflammatory bowel disease conditions, ulcerative colitis has no known cause. There is some evidence that the body's immune (disease-fighting) system reacts to a virus or bacteria by causing ongoing inflammation in the intestinal wall. However, this has not been proven. Stress does not cause ulcerative colitis, nor do certain foods or food products, but these factors may set off symptoms in some people. Affecting men and women equally, ulcerative colitis most often occurs in people 15 to 40 years of age. There is some evidence that the disease runs in families. About half of all patients suffering from this disease have mild symptoms, including: Other medical problems that crop up as a result of ulcerative colitis include arthritis, … Continue reading →

Overview Ulcerative colitis (UC) is an inflammatory bowel disease that affects the large intestine or colon. The disease has a relapsing-remitting course, which means that periods of flare-ups are followed by periods of remission. Right now, theres no medical cure for UC. Current medical treatments aim to increase the amount of time between flare-ups and to make flare-ups less severe. The symptoms typically associated with UC, such as cramping, bloody diarrhea, and inflammation of the bowel, can be stopped with surgery. Complete resection, or removing the whole large intestine, will stop symptoms completely. However, a total colectomy is associated with other adverse effects. Because of this, a partial colectomy is sometimes performed instead, where only the diseased part of the colon is removed. Of course, surgery isnt for everyone. A partial or total colectomy is usually reserved for those who have severe forms of UC. Bowel resection surgery may be an option for those who need corticosteroids for a long time or have had the condition for at least seven years. In total resection, the entire large intestine is removed. This is the only true cure for UC, but it can reduce quality of life. In partial resection, colorectal surgeons … Continue reading →

Ulcerative colitis may be suspected when a person has experienced symptoms of rectal bleeding, intermittent diarrhoea and abdominal pain. As part of the diagnosis the doctor will take a full medical history and conduct a physical examination. The doctor may request that blood tests and specimens of the bowel motion are taken. In ulcerative colitis, blood test results will often indicate anaemia and signs of inflammation in the body. Samples of bowel motions will often indicate the presence of blood, pus and mucous. If ulcerative colitis is suspected,endoscopy may be recommended. Endoscopy is the most important diagnostic test used to diagnose ulcerative colitis. During this test a small flexible tube (an endoscope) with a fibre-optic camera at its tip is passed into the rectum and colon. The doctor is able to see the lining of the rectum and colon on a television screen and can look for signs of inflammation and ulceration that may indicate ulcerative colitis. Small tissue samples (biopsies) from the lining of the colon and rectum can be taken for testing. Ulcerative colitis can be diagnosed by the characteristic abnormalities of this tissue. X-ray tests using barium (a chalky liquid that is able to be seen on … Continue reading →

One of the most common questions we all ask ourselves is with regards to the healing of colon. Some of us might refer to it as mucosal healing. Especially when we are in the middle of a nasty flare up and maybe even more when we have just gotten out of a nasty period of [] 5.0 from 1 reviews SCD Chicken Curry Print Prep time 15 mins Cook time 1 hour Total time 1 hour 15 mins Tasty chicken dish that is gonna warm you up especially if you miss and enjoy curry spices. Author: Adam Recipe type: Entree Cuisine: Indian Serves: 2 Ingredients medium onion 2 chicken [] The two eBooks Ive written are specifically for people living with UC and/or family members who are watching someone go through active colitis symptoms. If you click on the books image above, you will be able to purchase them with either a credit card or with your PayPal account. After your order is complete, the [] SCD (Specific Carbohydrate Diet) and UC Success Stories One of the most important things for people who are considering trying the SCD for treating their ulcerative colitis is to know that other people before … Continue reading →

Some people interchange Crohns disease and ulcerative colitis (UC) because there are certain similarities between these two ailments. They are two different types of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)1 this is the umbrella term for these conditions (Other lesser-known types of IBD include collagenous colitis and lymphocytic colitis). Crohns disease and ulcerative colitis both occur in teenagers and young adults. They affect women and men equally, and their symptoms are very similar. Whats more, their definitive causes have not yet been determined, although genes, environmental exposure, and poor immune response are both seen as contributing factors to both of these diseases. However, what sets these two apart is the area (or areas) they affect. While they both cause chronic inflammation in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract, ulcerative colitis is limited to the rectum and colon, or the large intestine. It begins in the rectum or sigmoid colon, and spreads up through the colon as the disease progresses. The inflammation and irritation mostly affect only the innermost layer of the intestine lining.2 On the other hand, Crohns disease can manifest generally on any area throughout the GI, from the mouth to the anus. It may also appear in patches. Some areas may be … Continue reading →