Colitis in Utah
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Colitis is a GI health condition characterized by general inflammation of the large intestine's inside wall. Even though ulcerative colitis is oftentimes known as colitis, these are actually not the same thing. There are several different kinds of this condition that might result in swelling of the colon, in addition to other specific issues. Some widespread forms of colitis:
- Microscopic colitis: Leads to frequent watery stool
- IBD colitis (ulcerative colitis): Leads to irritation and inflammation of the large bowel
- Infectious colitis (food poisoning): A result of ingestion of viruses and bacteria
- Ischemic (ischaemic) colitis: A consequence of poor blood circulation
The experienced physicians at Utah Gastroenterology are able to address many forms of colitis and additional gastrointestinal problems. To obtain help for colitis in Utah or to discuss your therapy options, we encourage you to arrange an appointment at your nearest local office today.
Causes of colitis
The inner tissue of the large bowel can become irritated due to a number of conditions and factors. A few of the most frequent causes include:
- Infection (as a result of parasites invading the colon)
- Attack of the colon wall with protein or lymphocytes
- Reduction of blood circulation to the large bowel (ischemia)
- Particular OTC and prescription medications (frequent medications bringing on colitis include NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) and mycophenolate)
- IBD (inflammatory bowel disease)
- Crohn's disease
- Allergies
Whatever the cause of your colitis, you can speak with a gastroenterologist at Utah Gastroenterology to discuss your symptoms and possible solutions.
What are the signs of colitis?
Colitis has a large list of associated symptoms, including:
- Fatigue
- Blood in bowel movements
- Abdominal tenderness
- Sores in the mouth
- Discomfort in/of the joints or colon (abdomen), which may occur in cycles or be persistent
- Depression
- Sores on the large bowel
- Swelling or redness of the eyes
- Fever and/or chills (indicators of infection)
- Diarrhea (with or without blood in the stool)
- Unexpected weight loss
- Atypical bathroom habits (such as a constant need to eliminate waste)
- Cramps
When you are noticing any of these symptoms regularly, we invite you to reach out to us and get care from our team of Utah gastroenterology specialists.
What are some treatments for colitis?
There are several therapies commonly used for all forms of colitis, including:
- Modifications to your diet
- Normalizing essential body functions
- Common IBD drugs
- Pain-relieving drugs
- Rehydrating treatments
According to the cause of the colitis, the course of intervention may range.
- Inflammatory bowel disease: If the inflammation occurs as a consequence of ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease, then NSAID medications could be used to start with and medications that suppress the immune system might be used if necessary. A surgical procedure could be required according to the severity of the colitis.
- Infections: If bacteria is the cause of infection, then antibiotics might be provided. If the infection is caused by a virus, then hydrating the body and waiting several days are the recommended approaches to alleviate the colitis.
- Microscopic colitis: In some cases, the body is capable of healing on its own. It could also be addressed using antidiarrheal medication as well as particular steroid drugs, changes to dietary intake, and rarely, surgical procedures.
- Ischemic colitis: The primary treatment for ischemic colitis is to add fluids to the body using IV therapy and consume a clear liquid diet. In the event that blood supply is not improved to the colon, then a surgical operation could be advised to remove those portions of the large bowel that did not receive adequate blood supply.
When should I visit a specialist about colitis?
You should consult a physician immediately if you are experiencing prolonged diarrhea (lasting at least two weeks), blood in your stool, dehydration or fever, or growing pain in the stomach. To find help relieving or managing colitis, contact Utah Gastroenterology to speak with a skilled gastroenterologist.
Qualified care for colitis
The GI specialists at Utah Gastroenterology are committed to providing top care for colitis and other GI disorders so that our patients can live as comfortably as possible. To receive specialized colitis treatment in Utah, we encourage you to arrange a consultation with our GI providers.
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