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by heather5
Mon Jan 21, 2013 7:52 pm
Forum: General Comments/Inquiries about
Topic: Need some support
Replies: 3
Views: 2152

Need some support

I was recently diagnosed with an Autoimmune disease called Ulcerative Colitis, and lately starting new medications for this has caused soooo much anxiety. Almost off a steriod medication called Prednisone (which really messes with the mood and increases anxiety). And recently my GI specialist starte...
by heather5
Sun Jan 06, 2013 12:32 am
Forum: Chronic Disease Sufferers
Topic: Ulcerative Colitis
Replies: 4
Views: 5160

Re: Ulcerative Colitis

I am just beginning session 3. I missed a few days and got behind due to the holidays, but now back on track. Journaling, positive self talk and Yoga have helped me greatly.
by heather5
Fri Dec 28, 2012 4:34 am
Forum: General Comments/Inquiries about
Topic: Rapid pulse, raised blood pressure/anxiety medication
Replies: 1
Views: 1703

Rapid pulse, raised blood pressure/anxiety medication

While in school for medical assisting, I found that my pulse and bloodpressure were high. I went to doctor and started an anxiety medication which has helped. So It is caused from anxiety not high bloodpressure. Does anyone else have this problem. I want to hopefully go off the medication but meed t...
by heather5
Thu Dec 27, 2012 2:25 pm
Forum: Chronic Disease Sufferers
Topic: Ulcerative Colitis
Replies: 4
Views: 5160

Ulcerative Colitis

I have been struggling with severe emotional stress over the past few years due to family situations. This has led to anxiety issues for me. When at my worst, I got really sick and had to drop school and was diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis. I have since been getting the proper help in all accpects...