i am 31 weeks pregnant & i had mild ulcerative collitis and was on salofalk granules 3gms/day. now i start getting bloody/mucus stool, do i start med?

Question

Been taking pills 2x a day for ulcerative colitis, asacol (mesalamine) and prednisone. I still have a little blood in my stool. Why?

Answer 1

Call MDs: Don't start any meds without checking with your ob. Gut symptoms? See your gastroenterologist to see what is going on inside-could be hemorrhoids, or not, or more than that. Not uncommon for uc to flare in the 3rd trimester, especially if meds were discontinued.

Answer 2

Yes: The most important thing is your health and getting your uc under control. It is safe to stay on Mesalamine products as well as start steroids or even consider a biologic agent. Go see your doctor.

Answer 3

See MD, Stop Advil (ibuprofen): Sounds like you have already done enough watching and waiting. Go to your physician for an examination to check for disc injury and other problems. Over the counter analgesics, physical therapy, massage therapy, yoga and acupuncture may help. Initiall cold, then warm compresses after a day or two. If not resolving, i send my patients for x-ray, mri, and referral to ortho and/or pain clinic.

Answer 4

See your doctor: Advil (ibuprofen) can irritate the stomach, leading to gastritis and peptic ulcer disease. Heartburn symptoms should be a warning to stop the advil and to seek the help of your family doctor or internist. Additionally, he or she can also evaluate you for the back symptoms, making sure it is not a more serious issue.

Answer 5

Surg. complication?: It would appear either the original process continues unabated or there is a surgical complication. I suggest you see the original surgeon (probably your ob-gyn doc).

Answer 6

RICE: Rest, apply ice, compression and ease off that leg. With time (1-2 weeks) and limited activity, may help you regain your leg function back. If it persists, see your doctor.

Answer 7

Do gentle stretching: It does not sound serious at this time, but you will need time to heal. Gentle warm massage and range of motion/stretching and take it easy to allow healing. We don't heal as fast as those youngsters. Motrin/aleve may help with inflammation/pain. Avoid high impact/weight bearing exercises until healed. If not better after 2 wks, consult doc. Good luck.

Answer 8

Consult your doc: This question should have been addressed by your surgeon in consultation with the doctor who put you on it. The proper answer also needs to take into account why you are on the pradaxa. You may need to take Heparin injections between the time you stop the Pradaxa and the surgery.

Answer 9

48 hr prior to surg: Pradaxa is usually stopped 48 hours prior to surgery. You do not mention why your are on an anticoagulant. Certain conditions need bridging with other blood thinners like IV Heparin or lovenox (enoxaparin). Please consult with your physician for further disease/condition specific reccomendations.

Answer 10

?Influenza: Although this is an unusual time of year to to have influenza, or a flu-like viral infection, this is possible. What is of concern are the anxiety, delusions and insomnia. You are in an area of the U.S. In which lyme disease is prevalent. Strongly suggest you see your doctor and get diagnosed one way or another. Hope you are better soon.

Answer 11

Mind/Body Approach: I've had great success both personally and with clients using an approach that involves meditation and relaxation, along with traditional "qi gong" (a kind of chinese yoga) movements and postures. In addition, there may be something the symptoms are trying to tell you emotionally, regarding something that may be working from within. Psychotherapy can help.

i am 31 weeks pregnant & i had mild ulcerative collitis and was on salofalk granules 3gms/day. now i start getting bloody/mucus stool, do i start med?

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