reading some of the posts on the forum lead me to believe I am suffering from a flare up bleeding stomach cramps constipation and diarrhea i am currently suffering from, have been on antibiotics and steroids and about to have the camera looking about my intestine.....have had a couple of accidentally motions...any more advice please...?
I was diagnosed with a severe case of UC about 10 years. The colonoscopy revealed my entire colon was affected - which explains the bleeding, cramps, spasms, etc. Fortunately, the medication Balsalizide helped lessen the symptoms. Over several years of keeping a journal of my diet/condition, I have learned how to manage my condition. I changed my eating habits along with my diet in January 2017 and I discovered that my condition improved so much that I discontinued my medication as of April 2017. I have been medication free for the past two years and I have very minimal flare ups (maybe 1 day every few months) … just occasional indigestion with associated gurgling which is always triggered by me disregarding my new diet.
I strongly believe my condition is triggered by diet - type of foods as well as the AMOUNT of food. I switched to eating 5 small meals/snacks a day; high protein; low carb; low sugar; and as organic as I can afford. As much as I love Mexican food, this Texan learned that fresh Jalepenos/Serranos/ Green RAW vegetables and dairy products are not my friend!
For those nights where I lived in the bathroom all night; breaking out in cold sweats suffering through a flare up; I realized that I typically overate which made me feel like my colon was backed-up/blocked. I literally fainted one night as a result of these spells so I decided that enough was enough. As much as I love food - I have learned to enjoy my triggers in moderation.
Thank you for your information sounds like hell?I’m currently blown up and running a sweat and stomach cramps are taking over again, doctor has prescribed steroids low dosage.
12 months ago i was going through it with kidney stones 5 admissions in a year 8 stones ranging from pea size to thumb size had 12 months free now this horrible blight.
know a little more on what to expect many thanks again…best get plenty of loo roll in lol
For the stomach cramps, I found a few things that seemed to help alleviate the discomfort.
- Lay on left side of your body with pillow between your legs
- Lay face down on floor (must be solid surface not a bed) and place a heating pad under your belly.After a few minutes, colon should relax and the pressure should subside- may cause you to belch but it helps.
- Remove anything constricting around your waistband - tight pants; belt; etc…
- Avoid carbonated drinks; dairy products; fried foods; spicy stuff and raw green vegetables.
I hope you find this helpful!