Vitamins don't cause pouchitis. Have you tried antioibiotics yet?

Hi CHAD44,

Do the supplements you take contain iron? Iron may not cause chronic pouchitis but it gives me a lot of trouble if I take it orally. I experience symtoms similar to pouchitis such as frequent bms, unbearable abdominal pain and cramps that do not resolve with Tylenol and / or Buscopan (an antispasmotic). The symptoms disappear only after the iron completely leaves my digestive system. However, my butt and pouch remain sore and irritated for a couple of days more.

Check the ingredients' label. The capsules -- the actual capsule itself -- could be made from ingredients you may be allergic to. Some vitamins have fillers or things listed under "non medicinal ingredients" and these things might be causing your problems. Some might even contain sugars or fillers. Check the labels on all your vitamins.