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Been taking pills 2x a day for ulcerative colitis, asacol (mesalamine) and prednisone. i still have a little blood in my stool. why?
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Disease still active: Probably because the underlying colitis is still active. You may want to discuss whether Remicade (infliximab) or Humira is indicated.
Answered 6/30/2014
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