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I do know with biologics they say you need about 3-6 months to truly determine if they're going to work. Also, there are other biologics beside Humira (like Remicade) that he might get a better bump from.  I've not suffered with pouchitis much through my years, so can't elaborate on other treatments like some of these folks can. I do know dietary changes can "help" some. Has he tried eliminating simple carbs, etc.?  Like with Paleo diets, things like that?  Some folks seem to get some relief doing that. 

 

However quality of life is very important, and if he cannot bear it, maybe an ostomy would be the better option for him, at some point. I do know, though, the issue with body image.  I was 19 when I had my loop ileostomy, and I knew if I had to do it, I could've lived with an ostomy, but as a 19 year old, I was also pretty happy I didn't have to. 

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