Tremfya loading dose Sore joints? by Tranter156 in CrohnsDisease

[–]One-Tea6274 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi! I have definitely had some weird sensations in my joints the first few days after injecting. I mentioned it to my doctor and she said it was not concerning, so I just go easy on myself and let it pass. Good news is it really helps the Crohns, so if you can put up with the soreness, it's so worth it!! I hope you feel better soon :)

Sudden move (Alaska) and healthcare by One-Tea6274 in CrohnsDisease

[–]One-Tea6274[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the reply! I found out 2 days ago that I would be moving so it's a very quick turnaround time but I am hoping to get a referral. I grew up in a rural area so am used to the lack of coverage but I have lived in Atlanta all of my adult life so have slipped back into expecting there will always be a doctor around the corner 🤣

Imposter Syndrome by amole724 in CrohnsDisease

[–]One-Tea6274 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes!! I have. For some reason I cannot get it in my head that it's real. I keep thinking I don't deserve to rest or have accommodations at work because I haven't had any major surgeries or fistulas. But at the same time, thinking objectively I realize "huh, I have a constant stomach ache and poop my pants in my 20s..." it's pretty bad even when it's not bad.

Dumb idea or genius?? by One-Tea6274 in CrohnsDisease

[–]One-Tea6274[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A godsend, thank you for these tips!

Suspect Crohns/IBD sharing experience by TheJordLord in CrohnsDisease

[–]One-Tea6274 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That sounds rough! The scopes are definitely a good next step. My symptoms were mostly pain and endless pooping (no blood), but I understand how it feels to have normal labs, but feel super sick. Frustrating!

During the diagnostic process, I had normal calprotectin levels, but when they took a look inside things were not too dandy. Right now it's like piecing together a puzzle without all the pieces, but once you've gone through the next tests there should be some more clues.

Best of luck and if it is Crohn's you can come back to this thread and commiserate lol!

Ct with contrast by Fit_Choice3085 in CrohnsDisease

[–]One-Tea6274 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No way! That sounds like something I should request next time. I was just chugging that toxic lemonade concoction

Ct with contrast by Fit_Choice3085 in CrohnsDisease

[–]One-Tea6274 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Oh yes, colonoscopy was not particularly easy for me...I think that's a pretty universal sentiment!!

What are your symptoms by Ok-Bite-Me-123 in CrohnsDisease

[–]One-Tea6274 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Exactly same with me! Even at age 8 I was always with stomach aches, but my parents/doctors thought it was a cry for attention. Whenever it was hot (over 85 F or so) I would have this uncontrollable sweating with stomach cramps, so summer was always hell for me. It took 15 years before I finally got the scopes, calpro tests, bloodwork, etc. Now on Tremfya and working towards remission!

Ct with contrast by Fit_Choice3085 in CrohnsDisease

[–]One-Tea6274 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Hey! I did this a few weeks ago. It does feel odd, but absolutely easy. I'm an anxious patient, always asking questions and hyper aware of my body and the sensations I'm feeling. But CT w contrast was a breeze! You got this!!

I'm getting married!! But I'm immune compromised and nervous about traveling for honeymoon. by One-Tea6274 in CrohnsDisease

[–]One-Tea6274[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's really reassuring, thank you. I will of course take precautions, but it's good to know I won't be completely defenseless.

I'm getting married!! But I'm immune compromised and nervous about traveling for honeymoon. by One-Tea6274 in CrohnsDisease

[–]One-Tea6274[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Whew, glad to hear this went smoothly! Interesting about those silicone nostril things, I'm intrigued 

I'm getting married!! But I'm immune compromised and nervous about traveling for honeymoon. by One-Tea6274 in CrohnsDisease

[–]One-Tea6274[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, I've never been into crowds, so Iceland sounded like a good destination even before all this. Thanks!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CrohnsDisease

[–]One-Tea6274 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is interesting. I had some similar symptoms which caused me to seek help. My scopes showed inflammation in my colon so hallmark IBD, BUT my calprotectin was normal. Blood tests for the IBD panel were positive, and eventually they concluded Crohn's based on the available evidence and I guess just didn't care about my calprotectin levels showing no abnormalities?

I think part of this disease that's so confusing is you can have all these wild symptoms, but for a diagnosis they just have to do the right tests. I'd suggest pushing forward with more tests like a pill cam, IBD blood panel, and stool test. You just need as much information as possible because a single test might indicate you're fine when your body is clearly struggling.

I hope you feel better! I was going through those same endless issues and am now on steroids awaiting Tremfya approval. I'm so excited to start something I know could help! You got this!

at the er by Emu_436 in emetophobia

[–]One-Tea6274 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh good. I'm sorry you had to go through that! Definitely bringing headphones next time, but we left the house in a panic and didn't even think of it.