Heat or Cold

BumTum

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Posted 2/12/2015 5:13 PM (GMT -5)

My colon is not happy with me about something and is giving me bad pain today. Would it help to put heat or cold over my lower abdomen? It's quite painful to press even slightly on my gut. I've had UC for eight years, mostly in remission.

garylouisville

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Posted 2/12/2015 6:55 PM (GMT -5)

Many people use hotpads.

DMC2011

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Posted 2/12/2015 7:13 PM (GMT -5)

Heat for sure, feel better

iPoop

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Posted 2/12/2015 7:46 PM (GMT -5)

Hotpads are a huge help, highly recommended for abdominal discomfort.

quincy

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Posted 2/12/2015 11:07 PM (GMT -5)

oh yes...heat...I use the Magic Bag that's microwavable.
Are you flaring and what meds are you on?

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mcfarl73

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Posted 2/12/2015 11:57 PM (GMT -5)

Agreed. Heating pad. I've tried both and while neither really offered much comfort, heat was slightly better.

GloGirl504

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Posted 2/13/2015 10:53 AM (GMT -5)

I always prefer heat but I've heard some people like the cold better.

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