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Awaiting diagnosis


Wed, June 20, 2018 8:28 AM

Hi all, 

so i have suffered from a dull ache on my left hand side for 5 years now. The doctors have always put it down to a gynaecological issue but I know it’s to do with my bowl. I’ve had a horrendous flare up since Saturday. Pain and cramps like i am in labour, with diarrhoea (with mucousy blood). 4 days on and I am still in pain. Usually flare ups past 2 days so I went to see the GP. They believe it may be chron’s or ulcerative colitis. What I wanted to know was, How long can these flare ups last as I am in so much pain! I haven’t officially been diagnosed yet, so have no medication to alleviate the pain. Any hints or tips? And does it sound more like chrons or ulcerative colitis? My pain is only ever in one area, so very localised. Many thanks in advance s for your advice! 

FPO Bella3109
Joined Jun 20, 2018

Sun, June 24, 2018 4:21 PM

Reply posted for Bella3109.

Unfortunately the admin on his forum does not like people sharing advice on here. Why dont you check with your doctor to see if you can try drinking stabilized aloe vera gel from Arizona  state, USA might be alternative for you. It has a challenging taste but it can be very very helpful especially for stomach issues plus its affordable. I would suggest checking it out on american aloe dot flp dot com.

FPO tmakayi
Joined Jan 22, 2018

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