Difficult to say.
A referral to an allergist to determine any food allergies that may have developed in the interim.
I have also seen cases where patients were allergic to the ileostomy bag or tape itself - leading to the itching.
The elevated bilirubin level can be considered as well. Disease like PBC or PSC can lead to itching, and can be discussed with your gastroenterologist if this is suspected.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin, M.D.
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Hi, have you tried cabbage juice? If I were you, I would go buy a juicer. I am not belittling your problem at all. You may or may not know this, but cabbage has been known to heal ulcers in the stomach and intestinal tract. When you put the cabbage in the juicer, try also a cucumber ( skin and all). Cucumber is great for allery or inflammation of any kind. Note: YOU must drink 4 8oz of this juice a day for a month and in a minute from juicing it ( otherwise the active enzyme is destroyed). Again, I can't stress how vital that is. See how it works, and report back if you want:)
Good Luck
My guess would have been the bilirubin. There is a strong correlation in patients with UC and primary sclerosing cholangitis. Was the elevation in dBil? Have you had any signs of jaundice? ALP? LFTs?
For got to mention, cabbage is loaded with vitamin B....
Add a carrot for extra support too.
:)