just got out of hospital. what now?

Hello all. I had posted a couple of weeks ago trying to figure out what was going on with me. After an ultra sound and clear cat scan i ended up in the hospital. They did a colonoscopy the next day. They have n
ow diagnosed me with moderate pancolitis. Explains my symptoms. it has always been in my lower colon for years. I was in for 5 days on IV steroid and they started me on Lialda. Also n 40 mg of prednisone for 30 days. I am also taking off the rest of this week and next from work. I really had pushed myself way too hard over the time i was starting to not feel so well. I teach balance now the trick is for me to implement it.

I was starting to feel like i was this lazy individual heading right to the couch after work, having great difficulty doing much work around the house and exercising. Feeling a little validated that there was a real cause.

I would appreciate ideas on diet, vitamins, exercise, and what to expect.

Thanks

Thanks so much. i had been on other meds in the past without much benefit but i think you are correct. i wasn't real compliant with the rectal meds. My body is telling me it is time for a change. Here we go.

i like the idea about the iron supplement. i just had some applesauce. i was thinking for a long time i had a problem with gluten but now I am wondering if my gut was just having a problem with everything. I have introduced little bits of gluten here and there . wondering i though if i should stay away from Gluten too.

This place helps me feel so hopeful and supported. Thanks