MICROSCOPIC COLITIS SUPPORT

Thanks to everybody for their words and suggestions. I saw my GI doctor today and we discussed options. One of them was Budesonide, but once I expressed my reluctance, he backed off. He asked me if I had tried using Pepto Bismol tabs, and I said no. I'm not sure why I haven't tried them before, but ...

Hi Tex, Thanks for the great info. Wasn't sure if constipation was as common. When first diagnosed I actually was first told it was IBS, but then my doc did a colonoscopy + biopsy and diagnosed MC. I'll be seeing him again this week for the first time since he diagnosed me. My guess is he'll probabl...

Hi All, I was diagnosed with MC about 2 years ago. I can keep it mostly under control with diet. I'm currently in the midst of a flare up--Post Thanksgiving effects. I don't have the classic D symptoms; to the contrary, when I get a flare up it ususally involves constipation with a crampy/spasmy fee...

Sugar seems to bring on lower GI cramping for me. It's always associated with the holidays and their accompanying pies, treats, etc.