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So I called the office and the nurse was able to tell me there were no pathological changes (aka no colitis) so that's good I guess.
I'm waiting to hear what the doc says when she reviews it b/c the nurse did say there were a few notes included on the results that she cannot interpret. Interesting...
I just seem to be a mystery... I can never fit into a mold even though the doc thought it was colitis. I am thankful not to have it, but sometimes all you want is an answer..ya know?
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I do know. I'd like some definitive answers as well. 
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well...
#350643 - 10/07/09 06:51 AM
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Aly
Reged: 08/16/04
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Loc: Columbus, Ohio
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I heard from the doc this morning. The biopsies were all negative, so there is no colitis or chrons. What it did show was "non-specific mucosal hemmorages"...which apparently is just no big deal. I asked the nurse what that means and what I should do about it and she didn't have any answers. The doc wanted to know how my symptoms are... and considering it's been a week since my colonoscopy and I still haven't had a BM, I'd say not so great. BLECH. Not a fun time right now for me... I'm glad it's nothing serious, but I wish there was something I could do to stop these hemmorages.
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That's not a very satisfying explanation for what your doctor saw in your colon. I'm so tired of doctors not spending the time (or lacking the knowledge) they need to to help you feel better. If you can afford it, I recommend finding a naturopathic doctor. With the information from your colonoscopy, plus any lab results you have, you can spend a couple hours talking to an ND about your symptoms from top to bottom and inside and out. The ND will be able to use all the test results and your symptoms to treat you holistically.
For inflammation in your body I've been told Omega-3 capsules work wonders for that. I have trouble taking these because I have intensely bad heartburn and they make it worse, but if that's not a problem for you, then it's something to look into.
I'm sorry that your doctor seems to offer so little help. Don't give up, there are alternative treatment options available.
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Re: Aly
#350656 - 10/07/09 05:48 PM
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my colonoscopy showed inflammation and redness, bleeding and I was diagnosed with microscopic colitis, different from ulcerative colitis. Following similar treatments to those for IBS has helped me. Sometimes though it seems that my system is irritated and it doesnt matter what I eat that could set it off. Hope you get more answers
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