I think I might have pouchitis but I also think I might have food poisoning or the stomach flu (I'm not even sure if I can get either of those without a large intestine though!). For the past 24 hours, I have been going to the bathroom once an hour and it's been quite watery. I have a fever, the chills, I'm exhausted, and I feel really nauseous. However, I have no blood or pain. What do you think?
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Sorry to hear you are not feeing well. Yes, it is possible you have pouchitis. You might want to call your gastro doc if this continues for more than a day or two. In the meantime, eat soups and bland foods - and stay hydrated. Your doctor may scope your pouch. If it appears to be red and inflamed, he/she may put you on a 10-14 day round of antibiotics - such as Cipro and/or Flagyl.
This sounds more like food poisoning of some sort, at least to me. For most of us pouchitis comes on more slowly and acts less like an acute infection. You have to stay hydrated, and make a judgement about when/whether to get medical attention.
quote:For most of us pouchitis comes on more slowly and acts less like an acute infection.
I agree with this statement. I believe I had pouchitis for many months before it was first diagnosed and it very slowly got worse over the course of some months. It is not like you suddenly wake up and you feel horrible. You could have food poisoning or a bug. Make sure you drink plenty of fluids and stay hydrated!!!!!!!!!!!!! These events have great potential to cause dehydration.