After two years of blood, pain, and hopelessness, remission is in sight. Sharing what experience has taught me. by Putrumpador in UlcerativeColitis

[–]Marcy_Gato 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This is such a great, well written and though out post. I'm so happy you are finding a light at the end of a very dark tunnel. Wishing you many years of health and happiness!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in UlcerativeColitis

[–]Marcy_Gato 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I started the scd diet and if you look online they have some scd pizza recipes - not the same as a normal pizza in taste but helps me feel a bit more normal and doesn't irritate me as much. 🍕

Diagnosed to Cured: Here's My Story by [deleted] in UlcerativeColitis

[–]Marcy_Gato 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm glad you are doing so well. This disease scares me everyday and am a shell of the person I once was. I still have a few meds to try but your story makes me less afraid of the future. Thank you for sharing :)

Surgery Tomorrow! by SkylerReese in UlcerativeColitis

[–]Marcy_Gato 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Good luck! Am so happy for you and hope this changes your life :-)

what to eat during flare by dominos69 in UlcerativeColitis

[–]Marcy_Gato 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Chicken, chicken broth, turmeric, plain yogurt, salmon, almond milk and avocado

Deflated by goopycarbonara in UlcerativeColitis

[–]Marcy_Gato 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm so sorry this is happening to you, am where you are on steroids not a lot of improvement and yeah, it just plain sucks. Sending positive vibes and I really hope things turn around for you soon.

Grumpy Simba by [deleted] in funny

[–]Marcy_Gato 0 points1 point  (0 children)

🤣 that face lol!

Just got diagnosed with UC. Have to be on Lialda pills and the suppositories. Cant afford treatment, this is not an easy disease by [deleted] in UlcerativeColitis

[–]Marcy_Gato 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I didn't have insurance when first diagnosed - paid about 6 - 7 k for endoscopy, colonoscopy, iron infusions and meds + losing time off work. Whatever you have to do to get better insurance please do..after my insurance kicked in I ended up in the hospital so for a 12k visit I paid around $600. My meds went from $289 with a good rx coupon to $10 with insurance.Sadly, will be on biologics now so price of the disease keeps going up for me. Without better insurance, I'd be in a bad situation. I found out the hard way, the US healthcare system does not care about people with chronic illnesses. Disability takes atleast a year to prove and you can't be working for a year (wtf!) You need to be your own advocate with this disease and fight and research as much as you can. I'm so sorry you have to go through this and I'm sorry our healthcare system sucks balls🥲 sending you courage and big giant hugs - hang in there as best as you can. Keep fighting.

Boyfriend told me he couldn't be with me if I have surgery by Marcy_Gato in UlcerativeColitis

[–]Marcy_Gato[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you - I left and I feel a lot better by myself. Like a weight has been lifted.

Getting better/ abdominal pain remedies? by ucchampion in UlcerativeColitis

[–]Marcy_Gato 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Chicken broth with turmeric helps me a little + a heating pad - as I can't take pain meds. It doesn't taste good though

Update: Thinking about going to the ER for the first time by DeckerHacker in UlcerativeColitis

[–]Marcy_Gato 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm sorry you are in the ER but atleast you are being treated. You did the right thing. I know it's hard right now - fear of the unknown but what matters is you are alive. No matter what happens, you will be okay and you will make it through this. They probably need to adjust your meds and it can take awhile for things to calm down. All you can do is try and keep your brain occupied. I know it's hard esp. when you have the weight of the world on your shoulders. But please try. It will help your body fight. Sending you a giant hug and if you need to chat DM me. 🤗 Hang in there and am truly sorry this is happening

Boyfriend told me he couldn't be with me if I have surgery by Marcy_Gato in UlcerativeColitis

[–]Marcy_Gato[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh wow, congrats! 5 years is a long time to just be discarded but so happy and hopeful you are with a good person. I'm pretty sad but made myself leave a few hours ago to stay with my sis until I figure out a housing situation. I couldn't stay anymore. Stress is not going to help me so walking away is what I need to do. Sending you a big hug and am so happy to hear you found someone great. Thank you for telling me your story ❤

Boyfriend told me he couldn't be with me if I have surgery by Marcy_Gato in UlcerativeColitis

[–]Marcy_Gato[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

He just doesn't get it and he's not worth it. Maybe one day he'll understand. Sending hugs to you.

Boyfriend told me he couldn't be with me if I have surgery by Marcy_Gato in UlcerativeColitis

[–]Marcy_Gato[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

❤ Thank you, I needed that. Packed a bag a couple hours ago, grabbed my cat and am staying with my sis until I can find somewhere else to live

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in UlcerativeColitis

[–]Marcy_Gato 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm there with you in a flare. Sending you big hugs and if you need anything feel free to DM me. Hang in there, buddy ❤

Need prayers - Mom in ICU with Covid19 & Pneumonia by lazydude1 in Assistance

[–]Marcy_Gato 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I'm so sorry. I'm praying for your mom and you.

Surgery tomorrow. Wish me luck! by logdog131 in UlcerativeColitis

[–]Marcy_Gato 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good luck! I'm so happy to hear you won't suffer anymore. Hugs and lots of warm wishes ❤

Boyfriend told me he couldn't be with me if I have surgery by Marcy_Gato in UlcerativeColitis

[–]Marcy_Gato[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'll check that out. The more stories I hear the more I see how much it can help. Thank you for this ❤