Today I am doing something different - at-home blood collection! 💉I recently signed up for the CORALE V IBD Study to learn more about the safety and effectiveness of the COVID-19 vaccines in people with IBD. Since I have Crohn's disease and know I have autoimmune diseases and use biologic/immunosuppressive medications like Stelara, I thought... Continue Reading →
Stelara Self-Injections 3 – 10
I know, I know. The last time I wrote a specific blog focusing on my Stelara self-injections was with my blog Stelara Self-Injection #2, and that was over a year ago. In that case, I have a lot to discuss. From injections #3 up until #10, I have gone through a lot, so you can... Continue Reading →
Remicade Infusion Day #4
After Saturday's post, Another MRI for Mary, my weekend went as per usual, filled with marinating on the couch, finishing homework, filling my pill case, and, writing for my blogs - yes, plural. I can't believe it. It is still quite nice to know that I am out there sharing on multiple outlets and bringing... Continue Reading →
Chest Pains & ER Visit #3
Ugh, what a week. A week of pain. A week of waiting. A week of drama. A week that's finally over. Hallelujah! After my last post on Friday, No More Humira for Mary, my weekend was spent celebrating part 3 of Halloween 2016. To say this year was epic would be an understatement. I believe... Continue Reading →
No More Humira for Mary
This week has been slightly busier than usual and nothing really went as planned. We had another epic Halloween this year, with 2 of 3 parties attended so far, (one more to go for this weekend, hopefully), and I felt well enough Friday that we didn't have to bail. We had originally canceled our Halloween... Continue Reading →
Insomnia and Humira Wednesday #4
Another week has come and gone, with no relief for Mary. I have spent 75% of my time this week in the bathroom, with my legs asleep from sitting too long or vomiting what food I have actually tried to snack on.Yes, I'm still puking. I have not kept down a full meal since July... Continue Reading →