Just stay positive, and try to get some rest! Things will get better!

its ok going to be ok friend keep your head up. I been here for 15 days around, some at least your home,

thanks for your support guys. i feel better now. its just i sometimes find it hard to move and feel light headed. i feel so drained mentally, emotionally and physically. i feel kinda scared. stressed out.
thanks again!

i really need support, i feel alone!

Hey Jon - if you're feeling light headed and weird it could be the meds - what are you on?
Can you take some vitamin B12? Iron levels ok? Your body will take time to adjust and catch up on its rest and sleep. Nurture yourself and take things slowly. It's normal to feel scared and stressed out when the body doesn't bounce back immediately. being in hospital can be stressful and traumatic. Be kind to yourself and give it time. *hugs*

Jon, I'm sorry that you had an extended hospital stay. Many of us have been there. The hopital is definitely tough and we all begin to crumble after a certain point. I know it was tough being awakened every hour or so for more meds, blood, doctors.... I also know how crazy it feels to realize that you're ecstatic, yet petrified to be home. On the one hand, you're scared because you can't push a button and have a nurse respond, on the other, you're happy to be able to sleep in your own bed and watch your own tv.

I know that things are tough right now, I really do, but they'll get better. They always get better.

Sugah

thank you guys for your support. i just feel like crying all the tie. i take b12 and iron teblets. im getting my strength back slowly. i was in so much pain in hospital for over a week i couldnt move. i just wanna be healthy again. im determined to get my health back.

thanks again, your all very kind.

Jon

I'll do my part Jon...to keep you lifted in prayer. A little faith is always a positive step! Take the down time to get the rest your body needs - but keep your mind as active as you can with positive thoughts. Fill a dark place with light and look what happens...the darkness flees!
So keep your mind actively engaged for good...and strength and faith will get you going in the right direction! xo!

Remember, the depression and tireness are part of this disease!! Just more symptons we have to deal with. As your UC improves, they lessen. Rest well and keep working toward getting better. Let yourself cry if that's how you feel. You can get over this.

hey there jon,
i just had surgery, 3 weeks ago on wednesday. i was there for 10 days! i hear you about not sleeping! my sleep schedule was all messed up for about a week. enjoy the time you have off work, i go back tomorrow from my sick leave. what were you in the hospital for? that's so sad, i hate being sick! hope you a good nights sleep! and don't worry if you get up a couple times at night. did you have a book or puzzle book you were doing in the hospital? i got up a few times at 4 in the morning, you know, when they would come in and get blood work??? i would get my book, sit in the futon in the other room and read. guess what? i got to see a beautiful sunrise one morning! i was so glad to be at home, and see such a beautiful sight! just take it moment be moment for a couple days. the beauty of life will return to you :)

hey guys,

thanks again for your advice, i appreciate it. mj i have ulcerative colitis and had a bad flare up.

thank you everyone, im starting to feel better!

Jon

This won't last forever. Hospital stays and recuperation are the low points. So hang in there and take care of yourself. Things will improve with time.

Hi Jon glad your back home!
If your symptoms worsen get straight back though as you much as you hate being there they can help you manage your symptoms and get it under control.
I spent 3 months in a bloody hospital-at times it drove me mad and all i did was cry but i knew i had to be there to get better.
The nurses were fantastic, i hope its been the same for you.
Try to relax and drink plenty to keep your strength up, i hope you start to feel better soon x

once again thanks for all the support. you are all great!

Dear Friend, Life is just not fair...is it. Why me, why did this dreaded condition decide to choose my body to destroy? We just have to accept our fate and lean on our friends to help us through the dark times. Just gather up all of your strength to share your experiences with the rest of us who are suffeering along with you. We are with you in spirit . I send you warm thoughts and feel blessed to be able to count you as a mutual friend. DO NOT GIVE UP!!!