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  • čas přidán 4. 09. 2019
  • Patrick Hall takes his first started dose of Humira for Crohn's Disease and talks about traveling with the drug and delivery issues in Puerto Rico.
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Komentáře • 448

  • @Snidel
    @Snidel Před 5 lety +149

    This isnt photography related, but believe me that there are some followers (like me) who feel gratitude to you for share this with us, i hope it can be also helpful for other people

    • @FStoppers
      @FStoppers  Před 5 lety +6

      Thanks Felipe. I do struggle with this content and whether it should be on our Fstoppers channel or not but since we reach so many people and Lee and I are the main faces on this channel, I feel like it's a good platform. Thanks for letting me know you appreciate it too even though it falls outside the normal scope of our content. -P

    • @Snidel
      @Snidel Před 5 lety +1

      @@FStoppers IMHO use the channel, it will have more reach, you built it, you should be able to use it for a good cause. We are humans and life has it's challenges, if we never use we have at hand for the good, we won't be doing our moral duty... and btw, if someone doesn't like those videos you labeled so clearly that they can just skip it and wait for the ones they want to see :)

  • @ddalcourtsd
    @ddalcourtsd Před 2 lety +19

    If I could thank you 1000 times it would not be enough. I am 62yrs young and like so many others was feeling a bit uneasy about injecting 💉 myself but after watching your easy to understand video I am very confident that I can do this 😁
    Thank God ✝️ for you 🙏🏿 🙏🏽 🙏
    Now let's do this!!!!!!!!

  • @GeraldBertramPhotography
    @GeraldBertramPhotography Před 5 lety +70

    Wow, Patrick. You have my utmost respect for choosing to share your experience with everyone here. What a fantastic video you have put together for folks that maybe have just been diagnosed and are freaking out about having to take shots in the stomach. Hopefully those people will come across your video here and have their fears abated. Well done, sir.

    • @FStoppers
      @FStoppers  Před 5 lety +7

      Thanks. I know it's not our typical content but I was pretty freaked out watching the older injection videos myself. When you know you have to take a shot every 2 weeks for potentially years, seeing those videos was a bit nerve-wracking. -P

  • @hmarie032
    @hmarie032 Před 4 lety +28

    I watch this video every time I do my Humira shots and do them with you in sync. Thank you!!!

  • @Graygeezer
    @Graygeezer Před 5 lety +10

    Thank you for being so transparent with your health struggle. I have no doubt that you’re encouraging others who are feeling overwhelmed from facing similar issues. It’s truly great to see you doing well!

  • @ThatGuyWalter
    @ThatGuyWalter Před rokem +12

    We have the same stomach scar. Taking my first Humira dose today. Thanks for this video! Definitely easing the anxiety of doing this myself.

  • @aileenfarmer3324
    @aileenfarmer3324 Před rokem +5

    I've been sitting in the bathroom with my first humira pens in my hand for about 20 minutes and was psyching myself out and couldn't do it. I walked away, found your video, sucked it up and just did it, and you're absolutely right. It was so easy, could barely feel anything from the needle or the liquid. Way easier than stelara for me. Thank you for helping me put my big girl pants on 🤓!

  • @sapstar8703
    @sapstar8703 Před 4 lety +14

    I’ve been in humira for almost a year now and it’s been a lifesaver

    • @MyDude57
      @MyDude57 Před 3 lety

      Do you have Crohn’s? I do and I’ve been on remicade for about 5 years but I feel it’s not working as well anymore. Even healthy food and plain as food as I can I still get horrible stomach aches and lots of bathroom trips

  • @ginamallano7608
    @ginamallano7608 Před 3 lety +13

    I actually did my first injections as you did yours 💉 I’m a big girl now. Thank you!!!

  • @Kelmiri
    @Kelmiri Před rokem +4

    I have psoriatic arthritis and dont remember not being in pain, Im 29 and was so embarassed that I couldnt do it on my own in front of my partner, even though I have freaquent ivs blooddraws, I couldnt do it to myself
    This eased me into it so much easier and I cannot thank you enough for filming this ❤ it really helped me

  • @jessefraser9755
    @jessefraser9755 Před 4 lety +14

    I just took my starter pack today! I wish i would have watched this before hand! Your response is exactly how i felt, and spot on. I felt ZERO sting from the needle as well!
    I actually started chuckling at myself after injection realizing how easy this was about to be!
    Thank you for the encouraging video!

  • @slottedpig2253
    @slottedpig2253 Před rokem +2

    This is the best Humira video I've found by far. Most people are all over the place. Bad video quality or don't do the injection properly. I recently was prescribed Humira and had delivery complications of myself with CVS Specialty Pharmacy so watching this with the worries you described hit home for me. Thank you for sharing.

  • @imrunninazoo1115
    @imrunninazoo1115 Před 11 měsíci +2

    THANK YOU! so much OMG i just got mine done today not a pinch of pain I had a tremendous amount of anxiety I did it. I stop your video and went on a countdown along with you. AGAIN thanks Patrick!!

  • @swartzsubaru
    @swartzsubaru Před 4 lety +7

    Thanks for calming me down for my first shots. I was really anxious about it until i saw this video. I watched it once, then did my injections right along with you the second time watching it. Much appreciation!

  • @connorzahn795
    @connorzahn795 Před 3 lety +9

    Thank you so much for doing this video, I was just diagnosed with chrons and i was terrified of humeria, but after seeing this I feel more confident in doing it, thank you again!

  • @thelazzanna
    @thelazzanna Před rokem +5

    I failed my injection training with Humira at my doctor’s office today. I appreciate this video, because it inspires me to keep persevering. The injection caused a lot of stinging, but I had it packed with ice packs, which probably made it too cold. I’m terrified of injections, but I want to make this work as much as I can. I love working in film, caregiving, and being a beauty influencer. I have a busy life and want to be able to go places and get my Chron’s in remission.

    • @nevg9932
      @nevg9932 Před rokem

      very sorry to hear about your pain! Apparently there is a newer citrate free version of humira which can for some reduce or eliminate the burning or stinging of the injection. It however needs a newer prescription. Try discussing this with your doctor or pharmacist and see if it can help you. (They apparently use a newer formula for the buffer and replace the citrate buffer which might cause pain for some. the active ingredient adalimumab remains the same)

    • @whathandleisnttaken
      @whathandleisnttaken Před rokem +1

      just took my first dose today. The RN told me that having it cool off is very important to reducing pain. If you leave it outside the refrigerator for around 30 minutes, it is supposed too feel better.

  • @MAZINGERZ1970
    @MAZINGERZ1970 Před 3 lety +3

    Today I had my first shot… I have Rheumatoid Arthritis. I put my first shot and never felt nothing from the needle or reaction from the medicine …I was so scared, finally was so good and safety…No pain,not burning,not symptoms…I love it…so easy to do it.

  • @Toga_SV
    @Toga_SV Před 5 lety +7

    Congrats dude! You're completely right, the anticipation/apprehension over pressing the button is far worse than the injection itself. Really hope it works for you!

  • @brianaalexander1068
    @brianaalexander1068 Před 9 měsíci +2

    I just did my first two injections along with you! I was so anxious but this helped a ton! Thank you

    • @FStoppers
      @FStoppers  Před 9 měsíci

      Awesome! My days are Wednesday too but next week :) -P

  • @NMTrucha
    @NMTrucha Před 5 lety +8

    Good job, dude. I had to inject my mom for something other than what you're going through. My mom was a tough woman, it took all I had to do give her an injection in her gut. God Speed, man.

  • @CosmosGamingChannel
    @CosmosGamingChannel Před 3 lety +3

    I’m in my early twenties. For the last three years I have battled plantar fasciitis which seemed to be untreatable. 6 months ago it spread to right hand and I was finally diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis. It has now taken over the hand and spread to my back, jaw, and left hand. I have trouble walking, writing, and eating.
    I just got my first dose of Humira today. This video was a big relief. I hope this works! Never give up people!

    • @archivaldo5808
      @archivaldo5808 Před 6 měsíci

      Hi. Did it work? Can you walk and write again normally?. I would greatly appreciate about it. If it did, how long did it take to work?

  • @ItsDrPancakes
    @ItsDrPancakes Před 5 lety +5

    Glad you are willing to share this with everyone. Hope all continues to go well!

  • @ArthurPJohnson
    @ArthurPJohnson Před 5 lety +2

    Patrick, I’ve watched you in a lot of fStoppers videos and have long respected you as a photographer and videographer, but never felt one way or the other about you as a human being. This series about your Crohn’s experience changes everything. You are one gutsy dude!
    Ever since I was diagnosed with an autoimmune condition myself, I suddenly became aware that a vast number of folks could experience a life-changing difference in their health, if only they would or could start using Enbrel or Humira. I know that a lot of people who are using these medicines stay “in the closet” about it, because of social factors -people might think they have the plague. Crohn’s in particular seems to cause embarrassment. Well, my friend, YOU are doing a huge service to everyone with treatable autoimmune conditions, just by saying “Dammit, I’m going public about this!” Trust me, you are changing lives and quite probably saving lives too. God bless you, Patrick, and rest assured that all your work at fStoppers might be saving lives, simply because you have the guts to speak out about your Crohn’s and your treatment for same. I hope you will be tracking your success -or failure-with this treatment on CZcams, and it sounds as if you intend to do so. Go for it!

    • @FStoppers
      @FStoppers  Před 5 lety

      Thanks Arthur for your kind words :) -P

  • @product8498
    @product8498 Před 4 lety +10

    I have been on this drug for over 2 years for chronic psoriasis, it cleared 100% of my skin plaques. 2-3 weeks and I saw very noticeable changes and 3-4 month even the red scaring had gone. Not had any side effects.

  • @Vincent_Vrsn
    @Vincent_Vrsn Před 5 lety +10

    I was surprised to see this video here! I've been on Humira for 4 years (2012 to 2016, for Crohn too), one injection every two weeks, sometime free of pain and sometime not but nothing really serious. I got unlucky and I had to stop for cancer surgery and I ended with an ileostomy, but before that Humira worked very well on Crohn symptoms, so I wish you the best!

    • @stefaaanilic6102
      @stefaaanilic6102 Před 2 lety

      Are u still okay today?

    • @Vincent_Vrsn
      @Vincent_Vrsn Před 2 lety +1

      @@stefaaanilic6102 Yes, I'm back with Humira since a year and i'm fine :)

    • @stefaaanilic6102
      @stefaaanilic6102 Před 2 lety

      @@Vincent_Vrsn Can u give me your e-mail if u have time to give me some answers on my questions about humira?

    • @Stella_9517
      @Stella_9517 Před 4 měsíci

      Thanks for sharing. Did you have cancer before starting humira? Has it had any side effects?

    • @Vincent_Vrsn
      @Vincent_Vrsn Před 4 měsíci

      @@Stella_9517 No I got cancer (Adenocarcinoma) when having Humira but can't say it's related in anyway with taking Humira, I was in very bad bowel conditions, so it was propitious ground for that sadly. Humira can have a lot of side effect, but I just got some allergic reaction at injection point (prednisolone the day before cure that), and tiredness which is already a side effect of any inflammatory disease anyway. I'm still on Humira and fine, Crohn is mostly sleeping

  • @mysmaj
    @mysmaj Před 5 lety +9

    Hi, have Humira for a bit more then two years. After two years i changed from 40mg all two weeks to 80mg all 4 weeks, thats makes it more easy to travel! I hope that you can change also after a time! Take care!

    • @TheVicdub
      @TheVicdub Před 3 lety

      But you can never travel more than 1 month at a stretch, just like before. So I don’t see any benefit.

  • @jaydarivera4094
    @jaydarivera4094 Před 4 lety +2

    I’m 17 yrs old and just got diagnosed with ulcerative colitis and about to start humira and you just made me feel SOOO much better about this thank you!!

    • @taylorannecristina2154
      @taylorannecristina2154 Před 3 lety

      Me too !

    • @kabylieindependante4902
      @kabylieindependante4902 Před 2 lety +1

      I have the same problem for nearly 20 years ! I used different tablets ( pantasa ... octasa etc) .
      Then problem in my eyes caused by the inflammation ( uveitis).
      Also problem on my lower back .
      Finally doctors went to use Adilimumab so going to start it next week )
      Wish everyone good health.

  • @poolboyinla
    @poolboyinla Před 5 lety +20

    Praying for you, Patrick.

  • @livcollings965
    @livcollings965 Před 3 lety +4

    Thank you for this, I just got diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis and soon I'll have to take humira or some other biologic, as someone terrified of needles I'm so thankful for your video. Thank you and have a happy new year :)

  • @tvfd-thevirtualflightdispa978

    Excellent video. A couple of thoughts... I have taken three injections for diabetes (two types of insulin and trulicity) and one of the things that is important is that the meds stay cool. If you are planning on taking the meds within a specific amount of time (14 days, for example), the meds do not need to be refrigerated. This part is important, because if you plan carefully, you don’t necessarily have to refrigerate your meds. I don’t need a biologic (like Humira), but insulin is stupid expensive and so getting this right is important.
    You are doing the right thing now, by following the instructions exactly (as difficult as that might be). As you get further along and gain experience with the meds, you will be able to plan your travel and your dosages more precisely without refrigeration. Traveling with meds (and I still have to travel with 12 medications and 1 injectable) is challenging but not impossible. It’s a matter of planning and in my case, I no longer have to take the insulin (had a gastric bypass which put my diabetes in remission), I don’t have to worry about refrigeration. Getting to a place in which you can carry your meds effectively (and minimally) will be important. However, for now, getting it right is the important consideration and you are exactly on track. While your videos are not photography related, they are important because there are people who have Crohn’s (I am close to a person who has it) and those who have to take injections need to get over the fear of taking them. As you discovered, it isn’t as bad some will claim, but still an injection is an injection. Well done!

  • @daveubermensch
    @daveubermensch Před 8 měsíci

    I just had my first 2 shots. Thank you for this video. It helped. I have had Crohn's for 37yrs. I had my illeum, a small part of my small intestine, and 1/3 of my large intestine removed at the beginning of 2022. Crohn's started back up 1 month after surgery. I put off biologics for 1.5yrs because of my fear of needles. I did my starter shots seconds after watching you. Thank you again. I hope all is going well for you.

  • @mirandagxoxo
    @mirandagxoxo Před 3 lety +4

    Thank you so much for sharing this! My boyfriend has RA and UC and just had his first dose. Hoping it works for him, you, and everyone else on this thread!

    • @travisjones4349
      @travisjones4349 Před 2 lety +1

      Poor guy. I have UC and my mom has RA. I can't imagine how hard it is for him. I hope he's doing better these days! God bless you both.

  • @mungus48
    @mungus48 Před 4 lety +5

    the medicine inside makes it hurt it’s thick just did my first ever injection today and i’m really happy the the doctors finally diagnosed me after three almost four years 👍

  • @michellemathes6438
    @michellemathes6438 Před 3 lety

    My husband just received his package today and I wanted to CZcams it first before he did his injection. Im so glad I did, the advice you gave was very helpful.

  • @yacinechergui1579
    @yacinechergui1579 Před 5 lety +7

    I wish you a speedy recovery 😍❤

  • @dcallan812
    @dcallan812 Před 5 lety +6

    I just had a local anesthetic in my side (to change my implant battery normally general anesthetic) It was the worst injection EVER. But it did get me out of the hospital quickly. So worth the stinging. Thanks for sharing your issues so openly.

  • @RobC_0
    @RobC_0 Před 7 měsíci

    Thank you everyone. Your stories helped me push myself to start this medication. I have less anxiety now.

  • @doughowell3171
    @doughowell3171 Před 5 lety +3

    You look great. Good luck, we’re rooting for you!

  • @nahson927
    @nahson927 Před 3 lety +2

    Thank you for posting! I just began a biologic that has an auto injector, and I haven’t been able to find any info about doing abdominal injections. This video is everything I needed today. ❤️

  • @magss5320
    @magss5320 Před 3 lety +3

    Was finally diagnosed with Ankylosing Spondylitis after a year and half of doctors and tests, and I'm starting Humira this week. Hoping that this will help- thank you for this video

    • @magneticisland6605
      @magneticisland6605 Před 3 lety +1

      How is the Humira going. My son suffers AS, have you had any reactions

    • @magss5320
      @magss5320 Před 3 lety

      @@magneticisland6605 I've actually have felt relief over the past few injections. The only reaction I had for the first injection was that my skin was a little red and swollen. But other than that, no reaction! It's helped a lot so far in my everyday activities. I can actually go for a walk without severe pain!

    • @magneticisland6605
      @magneticisland6605 Před 3 lety

      @@magss5320 that's excellent. My son, he's 30, been taking it for a week, suffering a severe cough. But his pain is starting to subside. Glad your life is going back to normal🥰

    • @magss5320
      @magss5320 Před 3 lety

      @@magneticisland6605 Oh no- I'm sorry that he isn't feeling well. Humira does lower your immune system, so he will need to be extra careful. Thank you so much- the medicine is a lifesaver. Plus, it can help reintroduce a healthier lifestyle. Sending good thoughts to your son.

    • @yehiaabd-elrahman3747
      @yehiaabd-elrahman3747 Před 5 měsíci

      Hey bro,
      Hope you are doing well
      Did you notice any side effects over the last couple of years or is it going well
      I will start humira tomorrow ​@@magss5320

  • @shorseyslaps8167
    @shorseyslaps8167 Před 3 lety +1

    Im 25 from MS and I recently got diagnosed with Anklyosing spondylitis and started humira. It's a lifesaving medicine.

  • @benjamindubenion3260
    @benjamindubenion3260 Před 4 lety +8

    Hey Patrick, I have Chrohn's also. I've been taking Humira since 2005. I definitely understand what you're going through! I can't wait until I get the new pens because the old ones burn!!! Good luck to you and you guys are definitely an inspiration on helping me to improve my photography! I wish you well!

    • @thealiefting2478
      @thealiefting2478 Před 4 lety +2

      I know right! Where I live I can't get the new ones, so I'm stuck with the old ones.

    • @maryannmechem547
      @maryannmechem547 Před rokem

      Did they work for you ?!

    • @benjamindubenion3260
      @benjamindubenion3260 Před rokem

      @@maryannmechem547 The New pens are awesome! No burn, no pain. Don't really feel it, just the force of the injection that seems to make me think it hurts, but it doesn't. Glad I have the new ones!!!!

    • @benjamindubenion3260
      @benjamindubenion3260 Před rokem +1

      Update: the New pens are awesome!!!! Hope you you're doing well! Also, my photography is going great, in part, thanks to you guys! Thank you for all you do!

    • @maryannmechem547
      @maryannmechem547 Před rokem

      @@benjamindubenion3260 do you notice any side effects form it that’s what I’m super scared for :( thank you so much for answering me back I feel so scared and lost with all this Crohn’s lately :( I’ve been through 25 different trikes to get these pens and my body is just tired of gritting so many things and not work or have a bad reaction to. Do you get sicker being in these pens ? Thanks again for replying ! 🙏

  • @Ashley_Quinn
    @Ashley_Quinn Před 3 lety +5

    I’ve had Ulcerative Colitis for 10 years and I’m starting Humira in the coming weeks, after putting it off for years bc I thought biologics were scary. For those commenting on how diet will put you in remission, maybe that’s true for some people but you have to react to the reality of the situation you’re in. Many people’s reality is that their condition is so bad, they’re not able to change their diet until their condition is under control. But most importantly, some people choose quality of life, and there’s nothing wrong with that. I’ve spent the last month in bed bc of my flare up. I missed the end of summer, missing the beginning of climbing season. This isn’t the life I want to live. We’re all going to die at some point, most likely for reasons not even related to our diseases. I personally choose to spend my time here being active and adventurous, not tracking everything I eat and fearing something as simple as taking antibiotics will throw me into another flare up.

    • @MCostanza47
      @MCostanza47 Před 3 lety

      What did you do for remedies for the ten years prior to choosing biologics?

    • @Ashley_Quinn
      @Ashley_Quinn Před 3 lety

      @@MCostanza47 usually try to get a 40 mg prednisone taper from my doctor and eat a BRAT diet til things calmed down. Interestingly enough, I started taking bupropion about 2 years ago and that improved my symptoms a lot, but I was still having a couple flare ups a year. Been on humira for a few months now and the entire experience has been pretty amazing.

    • @MCostanza47
      @MCostanza47 Před 3 lety +1

      Ashley Sears I wish you well :) humira scares me the fact you can get an infection and not even know it. I’m on homeopathic holistic medicine supplements and Paleo/keto diet

    • @Ashley_Quinn
      @Ashley_Quinn Před 3 lety +1

      @@MCostanza47 I wish you well also! I’m glad you’ve found a regimen that works for you ☺️

    • @1saramak
      @1saramak Před 2 lety +1

      This comment is so relatable. I have been putting it of for years as well! But think I'm going to go ahead with it now. How are you finding it? Is it still helping?

  • @nicetiesvlog
    @nicetiesvlog Před 5 lety +5

    Thank you for sharing this with a big audience! I’ve been on Humira 10 years for AS and it completely changed my life. I had to switch to the pre-filled syringes because the old pens were so painful, but maybe I’ll give the new ones a try! Hope it works wonders for you.

    • @sadsausage2224
      @sadsausage2224 Před 4 lety +4

      I have taken humira for 3 years for IBD. Have you noticed any long term side effects from humira ?

    • @Julia-kx8ri
      @Julia-kx8ri Před 2 lety

      I’ve been on Humira for 2 years. I get sick often. How’s your experience been long term?

    • @nicetiesvlog
      @nicetiesvlog Před 2 lety +1

      @@sadsausage2224 Sorry I just saw this, still on it (~12 years now) and no side effects so far

    • @nicetiesvlog
      @nicetiesvlog Před 2 lety +2

      @@Julia-kx8ri Hi, still going well with no side effects and don't get sick any more than most people I know, have been very lucky. Hope it gets better for you or you find something that works better for you!

    • @Julia-kx8ri
      @Julia-kx8ri Před 2 lety

      @@nicetiesvlog Thanks Alice!

  • @Eye-V.
    @Eye-V. Před 5 lety +75

    Hey man. Been on humira for 2 years and it's working great for me. Hope it does the same to you. 👍

    • @minatonamikaze6602
      @minatonamikaze6602 Před 3 lety +1

      I have to start it today does it hurt?

    • @Lives.2.Ride.
      @Lives.2.Ride. Před 3 lety +1

      @@minatonamikaze6602 I'm starting next week, how is it?

    • @minatonamikaze6602
      @minatonamikaze6602 Před 3 lety +1

      @@Lives.2.Ride. trust me it’s not as bad as you think it is it’s a little suction and a short pain like your getting a really light shot for like 5 seconds maybe less I was scared too but be brave you can do it

    • @MyDude57
      @MyDude57 Před 3 lety

      I’ve been on remicade for 5 years now but I feel that it’s not as good anymore, it feels like majority of foods gives me horrible stomach aches and lots of bathroom trips

    • @alyssa5927
      @alyssa5927 Před 3 lety

      @@minatonamikaze6602 i think the longer you're on it the harder it gets to take it. its a mental game for me and didnt start hurting till my 5th week

  • @aridunlap2
    @aridunlap2 Před 2 lety +1

    This was awesome. You gave me so much comfort. I’m used to shooting myself with a cimzia syringe. So I feel better knowing this doesn’t hurt. It’s the click that was scary to me. Thanks!

  • @hucklesherri_finn305
    @hucklesherri_finn305 Před 2 lety +3

    Thanks Patrick! I begin my first Humira treatment tomorrow for AS. I've had some anxiety about the injections and possible side effects but this video definitely provided comfort and has put me more at ease. I would love to hear how your journey has been and if it has been a successful form of treatment. Sending happy thoughts to you and yours. :)

    • @hucklesherri_finn305
      @hucklesherri_finn305 Před rokem +2

      @Kevin Hi Kevin, thanks for reaching out. Taking the injections is a breeze now. I really had nothing to worry about. I still have bad flare ups but my every day pain is much more manageable since starting Humira.

    • @lilaworley8935
      @lilaworley8935 Před měsícem

      @@hucklesherri_finn305 here we are 2 years into your journey....
      How are you feeling??
      Are you still taking the medication? Have you noticed improvements?
      Hope you are doing well. 🫶🏻

  • @sarahjengo7334
    @sarahjengo7334 Před 4 lety +5

    My second dose is tomorrow, and the first time I cried a little because I was scared and I was a wimp because I literally hate needles haha. But I’m 14 and after I got them, I- I felt like such a WIMP lmao I like don’t even think I felt it. It’s amazing I’m so glad I chose this over Remicade. (If that’s how you spell it). Thank you for sharing ur experience! :)

  • @MindOfJigsaw1
    @MindOfJigsaw1 Před 2 lety +2

    Hoping I get approved for it for HS - this 10 year battle needs to end. Thanks for sharing.

  • @winkylamy
    @winkylamy Před 5 lety +17

    Good luck Patrick with your "new normal." Hope it gets easier with time!

  • @suzyastacio1303
    @suzyastacio1303 Před 4 lety +2

    Thanks Patrick! I was a bit confused about using the pen. I have been using the traditional presentation of Humira for 2 years.

  • @vegan4theanimals
    @vegan4theanimals Před rokem

    I was diagnosed with Crohn's but turns out it was UC. I was just prescribed Humira today and I'm been extremely nervous but have been willing to try anything because my health has been so bad. Thanks for putting me at ease.

  • @dxbdubai7199
    @dxbdubai7199 Před 3 lety +1

    for any one who dont have insurance he can get exemptia from india or mabura pen it cost almost 110 usd for the inj my friend switch from humira to eexemptia from india and got good result like humira indian ppl can ship it to you via fdex or dhl i did try mabura pen from india they deliver it to dubai in x2 days its humira finger print and its working i know many ppl cant cover humira price just trying to help them get relive

  • @rt66vintage16
    @rt66vintage16 Před rokem

    I did the first loading dose today, 160 mg, for Crohn's disease, after being off it since 2016. Back then, never pinched any skin and never in my belly, just put the business end of the pen against my thigh and pushed.
    Today I did it just like you, except I counted 1-2-3. It was painless. I felt the medicine coursing in my pinching fingertips, weird. No bandaid or cotton ball afterwards needed.
    People, don't be anxious about this injection process, it's painless.

  • @JesusMartinezCreates
    @JesusMartinezCreates Před 5 lety +1

    Thanks for sharing your journey man! I wish you the best of luck! I had UC for about 3 years and it got to the point that I needed surgery. I started the biologics too late (Remicade). Now I was recently fiagnosed with crohns and have started Stelara. Its been 8 weeks since my first injection and im already feeling great again. I think its great that a channel as big and reputable as yours is sharing this type of content because that is life. Its not always as easy as others might think. 👋🏻

    • @FStoppers
      @FStoppers  Před 5 lety

      Thanks so much for the feedback. Lee and I always talk about expanding some of the topics this channel covers esp when it comes to health and humanitarian issues. Glad you enjoyed this video since it's kind of an experiment for me. -P

  • @TheStephiecakes
    @TheStephiecakes Před 2 lety

    I was just diagnosed with crohn's a couple of months ago and need to start humira this month. I appreciate this.

  • @teamvigod
    @teamvigod Před 5 lety +3

    The old citrate filled ones were pretty painful. Not horrible but definitely not something you would look forward to. I'm sure the new citrate free is pain free. I switched back to remicade only because humira was not working well for me at the time. Hope Humira works well for you and all the best. Crohn's sucks. Been dealing with it for 30 years but remission last 8.

  • @cdemere
    @cdemere Před 2 lety +1

    Starting humira today for my rheumatoid arthritis! Watching this today!

    • @sr5726
      @sr5726 Před 2 lety

      Did you take ? Did you have any side effects

    • @cdemere
      @cdemere Před 2 lety

      @@sr5726 yes of course i took it! I trust that my doctor has weighed any possible side effects from medicine against the guaranteed effects of rheumatoid arthritis. Far less time to adjust than methotrexate, definitely get some itchiness at the injection site but it's gone in a day or two.

  • @jamiecoburn1231
    @jamiecoburn1231 Před 5 lety +3

    Best wishes with the new medication Patrick!
    Looking for a great result!

  • @tomdchi12
    @tomdchi12 Před 5 lety +4

    To add to that crazy delivery story... Humira is made in AbbVie's facility in Barceloneta, Puerto Rico. Chron's is awful - hope this works well!

    • @FStoppers
      @FStoppers  Před 5 lety

      I know! I was hoping I could just get it directly from Puerto Rico since I live here but insurance says otherwise. As long as I'm not on the hook for paying it and I receive it in a timely manner, any spoiled medicine is falling on the pharmacy or my insurance. But yes, there has to be an easier way. -P

  • @emilyk4618
    @emilyk4618 Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks for sharing your first experience. After watching your video I knew exactly what to do! Seriously don’t know what I would of done without watching this first.

  • @emanuelschimpfossl5919
    @emanuelschimpfossl5919 Před 5 lety +7

    Don't know if I want to see this, my sister has to do it as well ^^

  • @cotswoldphotographers
    @cotswoldphotographers Před 5 lety +2

    Good luck Patrick and hope it works for you. Look forward to hearing your updates 👍👍

  • @sh8ds600
    @sh8ds600 Před 4 lety +3

    It seems like the older version of Humira hurts ALOT more. I just got my first injection with the newer one. It literally doesn't hurt at all. So if you are new to Humira and you got the so called Citrate free one. Don't be nervous :D

  • @jessegolden1076
    @jessegolden1076 Před 4 lety +2

    Thank you for this. Just now injected my first Humira shot, easy peasy.

  • @eviem70
    @eviem70 Před 5 lety +4

    Aww sorry you have to go through this. Hope it all works out for you, Patrick 💙

  • @Doxymeister
    @Doxymeister Před 2 lety

    My first doses showed up on my doorstep a few days ago--the Fed-Ex driver sat it on the porch in the direct sun in 95 degree heat and never bothered to knock. Thank goodness I stuck my head out the door to yell at my dog and spotted it, LOL. The ice packs were almost gone--but I think I got to it in time. Thank you for the hack of waiting so you can have spare medication on hand--that is an awesome idea! Thanks for the video!

  • @creatorsjourney6286
    @creatorsjourney6286 Před 5 lety +3

    Hope all goes well for you. Good to hear you’re doing better.

  • @DeanaBeaver
    @DeanaBeaver Před rokem

    Thank you for making this video. I am about to receive my first dose and this has tremendously helped ease my anxiety! Thank you.

  • @jordanhoward10
    @jordanhoward10 Před 5 lety +3

    I've been taking humors for 6 or 7 years... I cant remember. I've never been able to do it myself. I have 0 fat on my stomach so I get it done on the top of my thigh. It's only $1600 for a box of 2 pens here in canada. Grateful for canadian health benifits.

    • @FStoppers
      @FStoppers  Před 5 lety +2

      You don't have to pay that though right? When I say it's $5000 for two pens, my insurance is covering all of that. I'm not paying anything for my Humira. In fact, next year if everything works the way it should, I will actually make a few hundred dollars taking the medicine. -P

  • @kiamoore335
    @kiamoore335 Před 3 lety +3

    So jealous! My starter shots were 4 of the 40ml pens. I couldn’t do the first one. I was shaking so much! 😂 I had my sister do it in my thigh. I did the second one in my abdomen. I have to take the other two today and I’m still anxious about it. It is easy and quick but that pushing the plum button still freaks me out. Hopefully it gets easier and calmer over time.

  • @TheGameGodess
    @TheGameGodess Před 2 lety +1

    I took my injections today , I was pretty scared and I thought it was gonna be a scary experience.

  • @andremahlmann2824
    @andremahlmann2824 Před 5 lety +3

    God bless you Patrick! Good luck!

  • @sarraahmed1629
    @sarraahmed1629 Před 2 lety +1

    Hi patrik. I hope u are fine. I have 2 questions. First: from the first injection, feel be better ? The second question, after first injection, did u eat everything normal? Thank u dear

  • @talkingmoose3092
    @talkingmoose3092 Před 2 lety +1

    I’m starting Humira on Monday

  • @maryfry7246
    @maryfry7246 Před 2 lety

    Hi Patrick,
    Thank you so much for sharing this video. I’m taking my 1st shot of Humira today and this definitely helped relieve some of the anxious feelings I was having about doing this. Hoping this med helps both of us find some relief from the issues our bodies face.

    • @Stella_9517
      @Stella_9517 Před 4 měsíci

      Thanks for sharing. Has the humira worked well?

  • @pictureeyecandy
    @pictureeyecandy Před 5 lety +3

    I guess they didn't tell you it is a newer formula than the old formula, the old for many people hurt going in. The needle is painless.
    Hopefully, you will not have any reactions to the medicine.
    You are definitely on a much higher dose, I'm on 40mg dose per needle. Mine is for rheumatoid arthritis all the other medicines that I have been on is not improved my issues.
    Have a safe flight
    Good luck Patrick.
    Note: I commented too soon but not going to update the beginning of this.

    • @FStoppers
      @FStoppers  Před 5 lety +1

      Yeah it's the new Citrate version. I said it in the video. I too will be on 40mg once I get past the starter pack. Did you not have to take a booster dose your first month? -P

    • @pictureeyecandy
      @pictureeyecandy Před 5 lety

      @@FStoppers No they didn’t do a booster for me, I have to go back in three months to do blood work to see how things are going and to check me because of the other meds can cause Kidney problems.

  • @alfadivaperu4054
    @alfadivaperu4054 Před 4 lety +3

    I'm starting my humira today, a little nervous about the side effects. But over all great video, thank you!

    • @1saramak
      @1saramak Před 2 lety

      How was your experience? I'm thinking of getting this

  • @GereDJ2
    @GereDJ2 Před 4 lety +3

    2:55 How do you know it costs $5k? I'm just starting mine and it's 80mg, but your initial dose was 160mg 2x80mg = 160mg. I wonder why? Perhaps the given disorder?

  • @natashka41178
    @natashka41178 Před 4 lety +14

    I’m very scared of site effects . Start my Humira next week.

    • @sadsausage2224
      @sadsausage2224 Před 4 lety +7

      I have taken humira for 3 years, no serious side effects, i the beginning i got skin rash, but not anymore

    • @AstaIsAMonster
      @AstaIsAMonster Před 3 lety +1

      What are the side effects?

    • @mounikagurram9858
      @mounikagurram9858 Před 3 lety +1

      I got diagnosed month back mild RA... is it ok to take humira?

    • @chandnithakur5541
      @chandnithakur5541 Před 3 lety

      @@mounikagurram9858 I’m taking Humira for my AS since last 2 months, skin rash is a common symptom after injecting. But it is working for me.

    • @goldendelta4534
      @goldendelta4534 Před 2 lety +1

      I took humira when I was a teen and I would recommend not to inject right out of the fridge or in the thigh, trust me it feels like antifreeze and your whole leg will be frozen for about a minute until the pain goes away, after injecting make sure you do not move the leg at all for a few minutes or take the shot while sitting or stand up to put weight on the leg right after

  • @offcenterconcepthaus
    @offcenterconcepthaus Před 5 lety +4

    Hang in there -- keep fighting.

  • @timlee4527
    @timlee4527 Před 4 lety +1

    Started Humira Jan 27,2020. Took 80 mg starter at Dr office. Next week 40 mg and just took a B monthly 40 mg. Psoriases, mild is reason. Scalp is clearing up. I have patches that are fading..so far so good. BTW, injection is o pain. I had to check to see if all med went in. Felt no pain

  • @davideastham
    @davideastham Před 5 lety +1

    I'm wishing you well Patrick !!

  • @kaelawilliamson4436
    @kaelawilliamson4436 Před 3 lety +1

    This was refreshing and funny. The other videos were freaking me out im so nervous to start injections... 🙏🏾

  • @joepublisher166
    @joepublisher166 Před rokem

    Thanks for doing this video, I have watched your Camera channel many times… wish you well. I am starting Humira this week for Crohns Disease.

  • @JB-dy3mi
    @JB-dy3mi Před 6 měsíci

    It seems people who've been on it long term prefer prefilled syringes. I can say that it was painless near belly button. I'm going at 45° angle. The difference is you don't have a spring launching the needle. You control it.

    • @FStoppers
      @FStoppers  Před 6 měsíci

      I've been on it for 4 years now and I don't have any issues. Are you suggesting you have an actual needle that you have to inject yourself like an insulin needle? I def prefer this system they have personally. -P

    • @JB-dy3mi
      @JB-dy3mi Před 6 měsíci

      Yes, that's correct. Look up Humira prefilled syringe and it should come up. Definitely smaller but possibly easier to break while traveling.

  • @melissafarrugia9531
    @melissafarrugia9531 Před 9 měsíci

    Thanks for doing this, it’s really made me aware of travelling hurdles and the injection seems less worrying

  • @SadCarBitch
    @SadCarBitch Před 4 lety +5

    Thank you for making this. I have hurley stage 3 hidradentinis supperativa (spelling, my bad) under my arms and im getting humira soon. I was super nervous to do the injection but this is helpful:D

    • @kinseyn7175
      @kinseyn7175 Před 3 lety +1

      Hi!! Im starting soon! Do you have any tips and can you share your experience?

    • @SadCarBitch
      @SadCarBitch Před 3 lety

      @@kinseyn7175 im anout 6/7 montbs in now. Haven't gotten sick or anything which is good. The injection itself really isnt bad! I have to give myself one once a week i do it on my thighs. I get anxious to take it cuz u feel a little poke but i watch youtube while i do it. The only bad parts ive experience is the next day usually, my leg can be sore sometimes and ill usually be very nauseous, sometimes a headache but pepto makes the nausea go away and excedrin helpz with the headaches

    • @kinseyn7175
      @kinseyn7175 Před 3 lety +1

      Angelina May Okay thank you!!!! I have HS as well and getting sick was one of my main concerns due to it supressing your immune system.

    • @SadCarBitch
      @SadCarBitch Před 3 lety

      @@kinseyn7175 yeah def! Just be safe when you go out!! Wash your hands when you get back. Also, if someone in my family gets sick I stay farrr back haha. I wish you the best of luck girlie! My arms got better within weeks, they feel so much better. Its definitely worth it in my opinion

  • @Spreadswings
    @Spreadswings Před rokem

    This is a great video. Totally candid, with perfect music and effects for the message delivered.

  • @alexsilva_co
    @alexsilva_co Před 5 lety +1

    It's great to see you're doing better!

  • @roberthoeglund
    @roberthoeglund Před 5 lety +20

    Hold on. What’s the shutter speed?

    • @FStoppers
      @FStoppers  Před 5 lety +3

      1/25th or 1/30th probably. -P

    • @KennyRamasawmy
      @KennyRamasawmy Před 5 lety +1

      Why

    • @FStoppers
      @FStoppers  Před 5 lety +10

      When filming video, you typically want a slower shutter speed to introduce a natural motion blur to your footage. Many videographers like to use the "180 shutter rule" which is essentially 2x your frame rate. We release all our videos at 24fps so the 180 rule would mean using a shutter of 1/48 but that gets rounded up to 1/50th. This is an acceptable shutter because it adds a minimal amount of motion blur that makes the footage look smooth to the human eye. We often shoot a little slower because the added motion blur isn't easily noticed, and it gives us another stop of exposure allowing us to keep our ISO lower because we film on GH5 cameras that aren't as great in ISO performance as full frame cameras.
      To be honest, 99% of the population can't tell the difference between shutter speeds especially with content that has very little motion (like interviews and studio shots). It only makes a huge difference with fast moving subjects where you would expect to see some motion blur and not a sharp image on every frame. -P

    • @KennyRamasawmy
      @KennyRamasawmy Před 4 lety +1

      @@FStoppers dammn thanks a lor for the reply❤️ keep it up with all your great work💯

  • @dakotah0-0
    @dakotah0-0 Před 3 lety +2

    I just started humira today! It was scary but I didnt feel a thing!

  • @nict7293
    @nict7293 Před 2 lety

    Starting Humira today here in New Zealand.Your video puts me at ease.Thanks alot

  • @nghermit4922
    @nghermit4922 Před 4 lety +2

    Starting humira next week, looking forward to feeling a bit better.

  • @lilaworley8935
    @lilaworley8935 Před 2 měsíci

    I just started and I was so anxious about injecting myself. I've never given myself a shot.
    So I took the meds in to have the doctor help me.
    And I didn't even feel it ....haha. The anticipation is much much worse than the actual injection. I didn't have any negative reaction.
    God I hope this stuff works.

    • @ivebenjaman
      @ivebenjaman Před měsícem +1

      One month later, how do you feel?

    • @lilaworley8935
      @lilaworley8935 Před měsícem

      @@ivebenjaman Hi. 😊 Yesterday marked my 4th biweekly shot. So far so good!!
      2 days ago I woke up and didn't feel like I was 80 years old!! I usually have a lot of pain in my lower back and hips. I didn't feel a need to take my steroid!! So that's a marker for me.
      The pain in my hips and joints is feeling better. The fat toe I had (dactylitis) is less swollen and my skin is feeling less dry and itchy. I have enthesitis that makes me feel sore and achy ALL the time... But it's absolutely improved.
      The best part I've noticed is my gastro problems seem to be getting better. I have had really uncomfortable digestive issues that seem to be improving day by day.
      No issues at the injection sites and I may be jumping ahead here... But I can see some new nail growth at the cuticles that actually looks almost healthy.
      I suppose only time will tell but I'm marching forward with this new medication. I think it's actually working!!

  • @shalurozario5703
    @shalurozario5703 Před 2 lety

    Thank you so much for sharing your experience Patrick. I've watched your videos on living with Crohn's and really appreciate them and benefit personally from all the info, experience and feelings you share. Eager to hear how you are doing, especially your experience living in PR (maybe even travelling elsewhere?) and living with IBD. Wishing you all best and hope you are well!

  • @PubG17778
    @PubG17778 Před 4 lety +1

    Thank you! 😭 I start tomorrow and am not as scared now

  • @thesquishz6361
    @thesquishz6361 Před 10 měsíci

    I'm so glad you are the first video I watched

  • @erihumaeve
    @erihumaeve Před 11 měsíci

    Thank you for sharing this! My dr office said the pharmacy would send instructions. The pharmacy said my dr office will show me. So, umm, yeah.

  • @TheRealMTR
    @TheRealMTR Před 5 lety +4

    Thanks for sharing. I have UC. This was very informative