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| shabbychic
- Thu Feb 23, 2006 11:37 pm |
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I am a middle aged women, with U colitis. I have tried all the meds, diets etc. in the past 2 yrs, except Imuran. Nothing so far has helped. My Doctor wants me to have my colon removed. I am so very scared of this surgery. About every 3 mths. I need w. blood transfusions, as I have low hemoglobin {64}. My Doctor said that I can't keep having transfusions, I would like to know why. Are they harmful? Is asking to try Imuran unreasonable. I am trying desperately to avoid major surgery. I am managing the pain, have learned how to live with it and the diarrhea ect. but I need a solution soon Please, advise me. When I ask my doctor but he tends to get upset with me , avoids the question and then I get upset. Then when I'm stressed the colitis gets worst if that is possible. I really need your opinion. Any advice would be much appreciated
Thank You
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| Theresa Jones, RN
- Wed May 24, 2006 8:22 am |
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 Hi shabbychic,
The problem with repeated blood transfusions, although the incidence of transfusion reactions are low, the risk of such reactions may increase over time. The decision for surgical treatment when all other attempts of treatment has failed is typically determined by the physician and the patients quality of life. Sometimes a second opinion from a different physician aides one in making decisions regarding treatment. The risk of increased complications related to ulcerative colitis may include massive hemorrhage, colon rupture, colon cancer, etc. I have included a link below if you would care to view.
Click here!
Sincerely,
Theresa Jones, RN
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