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Die with one condition, live with other(s)

Prostate Cancer | Last Active: May 28 9:43am | Replies (28)

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16 months after EBRT I developed severe RP. Curiously, the sigmoidoscopy prep and procedure made the bleeding much less severe, but I still had mucus, wet farts, and urgency. Mesalamine suppositories, more fiber in my diet, and prunes have helped a lot to keep all symptoms under control. I don’t tolerate probiotics very well. They cause bloating, cramps, and gas. I’m also on iron supplements for mild anemia. I don’t use the mesalamine every night, but I’ll use it several nights in a row if I have a flare up. Over time, it, too, causes gas problems. I have to pay attention to keep all these remedies in balance, but it’s better than the alternative.

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@nikolai57 Thank you! Flatulence has been awful, so I’ll try backing off the probiotic. How long do you use Mesalamine daily for flare ups? I eat a lot of vegetables and fruit but not prunes. I appreciate your sharing. Looks like you take Mesalamine until symptoms subside.