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Colitis
Colits is the swelling or inflammation of the large intestine.
This, is a healthy colon.
This, is a colon with colitis
The goals of treatment are to:
DIET AND NUTRITION
MEDICATIONS
SURGERY
Surgery to remove the colon will cure ulcerative colitis and removes the threat of colon cancer. Surgery is usually recommended for patients who have:
Colitis that does not respond to complete medical therapy
Changes in the lining of the colon that are thought to be precancerous
Serious complications such as rupture of the colon, severe bleeding, or toxic megacolon
Most of the time, the entire colon, including the rectum, is removed. Afterwards, patients may need a surgical opening in the abdominal wall (ileostomy), or a procedure that connects the small intestine to the anus to help the patient gain more normal bowel function.
About 10% of people have serious complications (such as perforation or massive bleeding)
Approximately 10% of people never have another flare-up after their first one
For those who are diagnosed with ulcerative proctitis, where the disease is located only in the rectum, the chance of disease spreading up through the colon is 10% to 30%.
Anywhere from 10% to 40% of patients with ulcerative colitis will require surgery to treat their disease.
Colon cancer develops in about 5% of people with ulcerative colitis. The risk of colon cancer is increased after 8 to 10 years of active disease and having more extensive disease (pancolitis).
Aloe vera juice is accessible in quantity and may simply be integrated into your daily diet. In addition to aloe, other natural items are employed as a natural treatment for ulcerative colitis. These consist of chamomile, turmeric, and boswellia. All can be included into your every day routine and greatly assist to alleviate signs and symptoms and can be identified at most wellness food stores and online.
References
Gihealth. (n.d.). Preventing Colon Cancer [Web log post]. Retrieved May 15, 2011, from http://www.gihealth.com
Harpin, A. (2008). Ulcerative Colitis Practice Guidelines in adults (Rep.). Retrieved May 15, 2011, from
AdvancesInMedicine website: www.advances-in-medicine.com
Harpin, A. (2010). Colitis. Colitis. Retrieved May 15, 2011, from http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
PubMed. (2009, October 13). Colitis (Canada, A.D.A.M.). Retrieved from http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
PubMed. (2010, October). Ulcerative Colitis (Canada, A.D.A.M., PubMed). Retrieved May 15, 2011.
Remedies (2009, October 13). Ulcerative Colitis: Fun Facts (Canada, A.D.A.M.). Retrieved fromhttp://cureremedies.org/
Other symptoms that may occur with ulcerative colitis include the following:
Harpin, A. (2008). Ulcerative Colitis Practice Guidelines in adults (Rep.). Retrieved May 15, 2011, from AdvancesInMedicine website: www.advances-in-medicine.com
PubMed. (2009, October 13). Colitis (Canada, A.D.A.M.). Retrieved from http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
Some people with ulcerative colitis will not experience remission, but instead will have continuous, active disease.
Gihealth. (n.d.). Preventing Colon Cancer [Web log post]. Retrieved May 15, 2011, from http://www.gihealth.com
PubMed. (2009, October 13). Colitis (Canada, A.D.A.M.). Retrieved from http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
Solberg IC, Lygren I, Jahnsen J, Aadland E, et al. "Clinical course during the first 10 years of ulcerative colitis: results from a population-based inception cohort (IBSEN Study)." Scand J Gastroenterol 2009;44:431-440. 24 Mar 2010
CureRemedies (2009, October 13). Ulcerative Colitis: Fun Facts (Canada, A.D.A.M.). Retrieved from http://cureremedies.org/
PubMed. (2010, October). Ulcerative Colitis (Canada, A.D.A.M., PubMed). Retrieved May 15, 2011.