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Remicade has a similar adverse effect profile as Humira or any other biologic, so if those adverse effects are the primary worry, switching to another biologic will not be a solution.

I have been dealing with UC and its adverse effects since 1972. I truly believe that there is no “natural” method of management that is long lasting. I actually thought I had wished my UC away with positive thinking after an initial severe pancolitis attack when I was 15. Of course, I was on steroids and that was what brought me around, and my 20+ years of remission was simply good luck. When it returned, it was unrelenting and refractory, leading to my j-pouch.

If you find something that works, please share it.

I was resistant to biologics initially, as I also am mindful of adverse effects. But, for me, they work. I try to keep reminding myself that there are adverse effects of continuous inflammation. It saps your strength, lowers your resistance to infection, and promotes chronic organ disease from the stress hormones. And yes, cancer is even more likely in the presence of chronic inflammation.

Best wishes on your journey to wellness!

Jan

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