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On prednisone for 3 weeks for severe uc + first remicade (infliximab) infusion last week. still see blood and feel irritation for 2 hours in morning.any advice?

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Dr. John Goldman answered

Work with GI doc: This may take time and you need to work with your gastroenterologist. The correct diagnosis is paramount and this needs to be clear. That is where your GI doc comes in.

Answered 6/10/2014

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Dr. Jason Hemming answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

Topical Rx: It may take 4-12 weeks for improvement. But i would also ask your GI if there is a role for topical (ie rectal) mesalamine.

Dr Namey and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 10/3/2016

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A member asked:

On prednisone for 3 weeks for severe uc + first remicade (infliximab) infusion last week. still see blood and feel irritation for 2 hours in morning.any advice?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. John Goldman answered

Dr. Jason Hemming answered

Dr Namey and 2 doctors agreed

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