MICROSCOPIC COLITIS SUPPORT

It seems to be helping although it's not an overnight cure. For me, the D, is down from 15-17 x day to 5 - 7. However, I'm also taking 1.25 LDN and Florastor Probiotic. So, in combination, things are improving.

I've only read, "The Inside Tract" but I think it's great and worth a read.

When I asked my doc about trying an antihistamine for possible Mast Cell issues, she said, don't hesitate to give it a try because these meds are pretty safe. She said to try Zyrtec or Allegra (or the generic form). I was also scared of putting anything in my body but I did give this a try. I didn't...

I think Dr. Gerard Mullin is excellent. He wrote "The Inside Tract" which is a really great book for people with digestive health issues. He fully understands the autoimmunity angle. He is a Functional Medicine Guru/Gastroenterologist. I learned about Dr. Mullin from my Nutritionist who is...

My experience with the Gastro docs at Johns Hopkins Bayview Gastroenterology department has been amazing. They are all over the diet and alternatives approach. I am seeing Dr. Alyssa Parian. She is sharp and in tune with traditional and non-traditional treatments. Her colleague, Dr. Gerard Mullin wr...

I had the consult with Dr. Alyssa Parian at Johns Hopkins Bayview Gastroenterology Dept. yesterday. I found her informed, innovative, and open. She wants me to have the test for Small Intestinal Bowel Overgrowth to rule it out. If positive it will be treated with Xifaxan a non-absorbable antibiotic....

Since I have had D for over 20 years and all my dietary changes have not resulted in any real remission, my PCP arranged for a consult with an expert in IBD/Microscopic Colitis. My gastro doc is on board since he's a one trick budesonide pony. I'm currently experimenting with Boswellia serrata extra...

Turns out my body is not absorbing too much (hemochromatosis). Yay! Based on the genetic test, I have two abnormal copies of the gene, but because I don't have iron overload (based on the ferritin test), I am unlikely to develop any problems. The abnormal gene mutation (H63D) I have 2 copies of conf...

Also, in case you may have some insight on this: My Creatine Kinase (CK) also know as CPK runs high. This latest test came out at 417 HH with a Reference Range of 26-174 (IU/L). My doctor thinks this just runs high for me and I'm not on any statins so we are just ignoring it for now. Does that make ...

Dear Gabes, Here are the other results: Zinc 74 (Reference Range 56-134 (ug/dL) Copper 110 (Reference Range 72-166 (ug/dL) Arsenic 6 (Reference Range 2-23 (ug/L) B12 597 (Reference Range 180-914 (pg/mL) Mercury 2.7 (Reference Range 0.0-14.9-134 (ug/L) Lead 2 (Reference Range 0-19 (ug/dL) Magnesium 2...

Great advice Gabes! You are literally a life saver! My doctor did all the tests and everything came out ok, except Iron - turns out my body is absorbing too much (hemochromatosis)! So, that's being addressed. If not for your advise we would not have checked this and not caught it before damage ensue...

Lilis, Sorry to hear you are hurting. It will pass! Quickly I hope. Feel better!

Thanks everyone! Again, it really helps to have your support. I appreciate it!

Thanks for the info. An alternative to the Cipro for this infection is Trimethoprim/Sulfa. Should I consider asking my doctor to put me on that instead? I've only had one dose of the Cipro.

Today I got the results from the Genova Diagnostics Stool Profile. The most alarming thing I learned is that I have a bacterial infection, Yersinia enterocolitcia. The recommendation is that I treat with Ciprofloxacin which I started today. This is very unnerving because I wonder if this has been a ...