Living with Ulcerative Colitis

Many ulcerative colitis(UC) patients have found that controlling their symptoms has made a real difference.  REMICADE may reduce the inflammation in your colon, which can help patients achieve symptom control and break the cycle of recurrent flare-ups.  In addition, there are some small things you can do to make living with ulcerative colitis a little easier.  Individual results may vary.

For instance, try the following:

• Have meals when you will not feel rushed or have to run off to an appointment as soon as you finish eating.
• Avoid skipping snacks or meals.
• Try not to eat meals right before you have to go somewhere in a car, bus, or train. This will help you feel less anxious about eating.
• Always carry any medicine your gastroenterologist recommends, such as antidiarrheal medication.
• Make time in your day to relax.

For more detailed information on living with UC, please visit the following resources:

• Diet and Nutrition
• Traveling Tips
• Attending Special Events
• Reducing Stress