Colitis Symptoms & Treatment
Colitis is an inflammation of the colon. Symptoms and treatment are dependent upon the causes and type of colitis.
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Symptoms
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Symptoms of colitis may include abdominal pain, diarrhea, bloody bowel movements, constant urges for bowel movements, fever and chills.
Self Care
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A mild case of colitis can be treated at home with clear fluids for a period of 24 hours, bed rest and Tylenol for pain.
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Treatment of Infection
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In cases where infection develops, depending upon the type of infection--viral or bacterial, as with Clostridium difficile--medical treatment may include an antibiotic regimen.
Medication
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More severe cases of colitis, such as ulcerative colitis, will require medication to reduce inflammation. Faithful adherence to a medication regimen will control and prevent symptoms from reoccurring.
Surgery
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Cases of colitis that have progressed to more severe forms of the disease will require surgical intervention to remove the affected area of the colon or the entire colon.
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