Consult at Johns Hopkins w/ IBD Specialist

[mbozard]

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 extract (BSE) oral 400 mg three times daily. I just started it a week ago and I have noticed less watery D. I am planning to stick with this for 6 weeks to give it a good try. After I had the bout with Yersinia and the round of Cipro I flared terribly so I am trying to get my gut healed and my microbiome healthier by taking Probiophage Probiotic x 1 daily,VSL #3 Probiotic x 1 packet daily, Glutagenics w/ L-Glutamine Licorice Root & Aloe x 1 tsp daily and Vital-Zymes Comprehensive Enzyme Supplement x 6 daily.

I actually feel good now and my D is down from 17 x daily to ~7. Way more manageable.

So, I'm wondering if you guys have any advice on what I should be sure to cover or inquire about at the consult.

Thanks.

[Laura CA]

Hoping you're feeling better. I'm corious how the BSE worked out?

[mbozard]

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.

[tex]

Hi Laura,

Welcome to our Internet family. FYI, we have a member who no longer posts, but who experimented extensively about 6 years ago with Boswellia serrata extract as a possible treatment for MC. You might also be interested in his experience. He described his efforts in a series of posts that can be found at the following links:

Boswellia for UC

Testing Boswellia for MC

Boswellia Trial for MC

Started Entocort Today

Note that he only took 900 mg per day. It's possible that with a high enough dose, it might be effective.

Again, welcome aboard, and please feel free to ask anything.

Tex