Reply to "Finding it hard to stay optimistic"

Jan DollarModerator, RN, retired

Yes, Branchy, we do understand.

I also used to be a superwoman, very active, organized, and independent. Even with the UC, I did OK. Then it all went sideways and I lost my colon. Things were better for some years, then arthritis set in. I made do with NSAIDs, but couldn't take them anymore after a decade. After about six months of lousy sleep, inability to sit or stand for more than 15 minutes, I contacted my primary doc, who sent me to a rheumatologist. Things have been much better since. She diagnosed enteropathic arthritis and put me on biologics when Azulfidine was not enough. Changed my life!

Jan

4/23/1611:05 PM

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