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Colitis
What is it?
Colitis refers to inflammation of the colon (large intestine). It can be caused by infections, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) such as Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis, or ischemia (lack of blood flow).
What are the symptoms?
Abdominal pain and cramping
Diarrhea (sometimes with blood or mucus)
Fever
Urgency to have a bowel movement
Fatigue
Weight loss
Dehydration due to frequent diarrhea
What else could it be? (Differential diagnosis)
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
Gastroenteritis
Diverticulitis
Colon cancer
What are the aggravating factors?
Infections (e.g., bacterial or viral infections)
Chronic stress
Poor diet (high in processed foods or low in fiber)
Smoking (especially with inflammatory bowel disease)
Family history of inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD)
What types of food are helpful?
Low-residue diet: To reduce the amount of fiber and ease digestion during flare-ups.
Small, frequent meals: To prevent irritation of the colon.
Hydration: To replace lost fluids from diarrhea.
Probiotics: To support gut health (e.g., yogurt, kefir, fermented foods).
Sample Recipe: Carrot and Ginger Soup
Ingredients: Carrots, ginger, onion, vegetable broth, olive oil.
Directions: Cook carrots, onion, and ginger in olive oil, then blend with vegetable broth for a smooth, soothing soup.
What are the traditional treatments?
Anti-inflammatory medications: Steroids or immunosuppressants to reduce inflammation (for IBD).
Antibiotics: For colitis caused by bacterial infections.
Antidiarrheal medications: To manage diarrhea.
Probiotics: To restore the balance of gut bacteria.
Surgical intervention: In severe cases (e.g., colectomy).
What are the natural and alternative treatments?
Aloe vera juice: May have anti-inflammatory effects on the digestive system.
Turmeric: Contains curcumin, which may help reduce inflammation in the gut.
Chamomile tea: Known for its anti-inflammatory and soothing effects on the digestive tract.
Slippery elm: May help soothe and protect the mucous membranes in the digestive tract.