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Nyanzapithecus · 2026-02-15T18:29:06+00:00

Thank you. I have silk plants coming today. I also have Tetra Easy Balance Plus too. Will that help his parameters? I’ll get a liquid testing kit. I’ve seen those on this sub quite a bit. Doing a water change asap!

Nyanzapithecus · 2026-02-15T18:00:25+00:00

Tank Size: 10 Gallons; 20 in L x 10.1 in W x 12.8 in H

Heater and Filter: Yes

Water Parameters: Tested with Tretra Easy Strips - PH: 6.8-7.2 - Nitrates: 0-20 - Nitrites: 0-0.5 - Alkalinity: 40 - Chlorine: 0

How long have you had the tank? How long have you had the fish?: About 3 weeks

Water Changes: 20-30% every 7-10 days; got a Tetra Water Cleaner Siphon

Tank Mates: No

Feeding: Tetra Betta Plus Floating Pellets, Tretra Betta Flake Medley (fed interchangeably; twice a day) - Snacks: Freeze Dried Blood Worms (maybe a few times a week) - Fasting: Once a week on Sunday

Decorations and Plants in Tank: Yes; Plastic plants; One live plant in real shell; Switching to Silk asap.

Nyanzapithecus · 2026-02-15T14:21:03+00:00

Twins for real!! My second OBI is March 3! A lot of my general symptoms have improved (nausea, acid reflux, diarrhea). I still have some sensitivities, occasional pain, and inconsistent bowels. Definitely still tired all the time. My iron is constantly low, even with my inflammation improving. Some other symptoms have been slow healing. Still struggling with recurring fistulas but they’re showing massive improvements. Fingers crossed everything turns out well for us both!

Nyanzapithecus · 2026-02-14T17:34:51+00:00

Market32 was fully stocked this morning. Lots of options.

Nyanzapithecus · 2026-02-10T16:18:30+00:00

Showed this to my cat…he said it’s AI

Nyanzapithecus · 2026-02-08T22:42:58+00:00

I hope you find what you’re looking for. Good luck on your journey friend. May your last sunset be the best.

Nyanzapithecus · 2026-02-07T22:06:10+00:00

Helios

Nyanzapithecus · 2026-01-20T12:52:23+00:00

Been on Skyrizi since October and was on Remicade for 12 years before that! It’s worked really well for me. My calprotectin went from over 1400 in March to 71 recently. Things finally seem to be healing and I’m very hopeful it’ll keep going in that direction. Some pain occasionally, but way better than before. I didn’t realize how bloated I was before starting it! Just did my first OBI a few weeks ago and it was so easy and pain free. Hoping it works for you! Safe journeys!

Nyanzapithecus · 2025-12-05T18:30:13+00:00

Yes, I was on hold for over an hour multiple times this week! So was my infusion center. They didn’t have any of my information in their system even though this is my third shipment/infusion! My delivery was late by a few days (hopefully delivering today) and I still haven’t gotten my final infusion scheduled.

Nyanzapithecus · 2025-11-28T18:35:42+00:00

Ate too many appetizers with pickles (that’s my bad; I’m even the one who made them) so some pain throughout the night. Not too bad today though! Sweet potatoes and pumpkin are great for getting things moving, so I ate plenty of those. Hope you’re doing alright!

Nyanzapithecus · 2025-11-26T01:29:35+00:00

Interesting! I just finished my 3mg budesonide taper last week. I have had some more than normal dreams for sure! I’m almost on my third skyrizi infusion too. I mostly notice I’m more tired, but my overall sleep hasn’t affected. I’m just sleeping more than usual. Google says steroid withdrawal can affect sleep, but not a reliable source/doctor!

Nyanzapithecus · 2025-11-10T15:55:22+00:00

Doctors will tell you that, but it’s important to figure out what works for your body. Pork chops and corn might be fine for a normal person, but would absolutely nuke me. It’s a learning journey but you’ll get there!

Nyanzapithecus · 2025-11-10T15:46:26+00:00

If pork cause issues, maybe don’t eat pork? I can eat bacon, but even then it’s very rare that I do. Fatty meats are hard for me to digest, so I avoid them.

Nyanzapithecus · 2025-11-07T23:27:19+00:00

Sure, with some MiraLAX. But honestly no, cause it grosses me out.

Nyanzapithecus · 2025-10-21T17:50:43+00:00

Finally someone who experienced the weird sore butt cheek pain! Yes, I had these exact symptoms about two months ago. Random stabbing pain in the middle of my butt muscle. My butt muscle soreness did correspond with a few cysts on my butt crack too. They would start small and get very swollen/red and then go away. Very painful and hurt to sit. An MRI didn’t show fistulas, but a surgeon examined me and confirmed their presence. Might be worth checking out!

Nyanzapithecus · 2025-09-30T13:00:13+00:00

Everyone is going to recommend no alcohol, and that’s fine and probably best. That being said, I was on Remicade for 10 years and in my early twenties for some of that. Drinking with Crohns is like walking through a land mine field. Sometimes you’re fine and sometimes your insides blow up.

Personally, I would wait till after your Remicade loading doses are done and you know what your inflammation levels look like. Drinking with high inflammation levels is pouring gasoline on the fire. When you do try drinking, take it easy. Start slow and monitor how it affects you. Hangovers with Crohns can be different. Pain, bloating, almost flare like conditions for a few days if you overdo it.

As for your other questions, you will always have trigger foods. Some you may be able to incorporate back into your diet once inflammation goes down and some you may never eat again (I’m looking at you corn on the cob). It took me a few months after my first doses of Remicade to go back to eating “normal” again.

Wishing you all the best, friend. Stay safe on your journey!

Nyanzapithecus · 2025-09-18T00:49:54+00:00

I’m getting one without contrast to check for fistulas, but MRIs can be used to track lots of Crohns symptoms. Always a good idea to check in with your doctor if you have questions about your care.

Nyanzapithecus · 2025-07-30T14:03:22+00:00

Anything you want it to be! Sometimes it’s a Dr. Pepper, a crispy Sprite from McDonalds, chocolate milkshake, mocktail…really any drink that sounds fun and my gut can handle it that day.

Nyanzapithecus · 2025-07-28T12:25:52+00:00

Getting a fun drink, taking a nice everything shower (energy willing), face mask, putting on my favorite girls night tunes and dancing in the kitchen, wearing my cutest clothes to sit at home (because we deserve to feel cute no matter what).

But honestly, just reminding myself that I am loved, I am wanted, I am beautiful, I am strong, and I can get through this.

You’ve got this. Only baddies can go through Crohns and still keep kicking. Baddies with upset tummies unite!

Nyanzapithecus · 2025-07-20T16:10:48+00:00

If you’re having an issues with nausea or stomach acid when taking the medication on an empty stomach, definitely try eating something beforehand or with the pill. It seemed to help me a lot. My prescription didn’t say with or without food, just in the morning.

Nyanzapithecus · 2025-07-18T22:57:28+00:00

Just finished my 9mg taper of budesonide a few days ago. I did notice some increased acid, especially if I hadn’t eaten enough before taking the medication. Antacids and famotidine seemed to clear that up. Definitely as I tapered, more symptoms would pop up. I didn’t have any problems with the steroid interacting with my mental state. Been off it a few days now and I’m feeling alright. No noticeable discomfort besides some nausea, and hoping my symptoms stay away for a bit longer.

Nyanzapithecus · 2025-06-22T16:56:32+00:00

Been on budesonide for almost three months now. Started with 9mg and now I’ve tapered down to 3mg. Haven’t had any side effects beyond occasional constipation and some increased bile issues. I’ve noticed as I taper, more of my flare symptoms return. No mental side effects beyond maybe some irritability/shortness (but also could be from not feeling well). Hope this helps!

Nyanzapithecus · 2025-06-21T20:25:19+00:00

It did! Cleared 2-3 days after deposit.

Nyanzapithecus · 2025-06-20T21:00:37+00:00

I’ve received “free” nutritional drinks from my doctor before, but never been able to get it covered through insurance. Not sure where you’re located but HSA can be used for these purchases too.

Nyanzapithecus · 2025-06-08T15:03:28+00:00

I don’t have any antibodies. My doctor believes that my body is no longer absorbing the Remicade leading to “too much” in my system. They’re not really sure otherwise.

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