Detox?

[MichelleM]

I seem to be having problems with constipation in addition to my IC. I've been thinking of doing an herbal detox, which is supposed to help your liver, bowels, kidneys, etc. But I wonder if the detox will somehow clear the Elmiron build-up in my bladder, which I need, right? Does anybody have any experience with this sort of thing?

Thanks!
MichelleM

[Katrina]

I have no experience with detox but I do know that my bladder always misses every elmiron I miss so I would be scared too. Have you talked to uro about this??? I would be curious to know what your uro says. What are you all supposed to go through with this? I am so sorry you are suffering and sure hope you get relief. :grouphug:

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[Betsie]

I would be in a definitive veto of this idea, unless it is medically supervised. Lots of herbal supplements interact with RX plans first of all and cleansing of the bowels is something that is a very tricky thing to do. On your own? No way! With a Drs support and plan, perhaps.

Just my opinion, and trust me, I have tons of reasons to want my lower intestines to feel better, but this idea doesn't seem safe while dealing with other issues. In fact I would be inclined to think you may get more problems than less. Talk to your Dr. first.

[ICNDonna]

I absolutely agree that you need to discuss this with your doctor before trying this. Remember --- herbal treatments are medications --- and they may interact with other medications you are taking.

Sending healing thoughts,
Donna