Rest for the bowels
Limiting your oral intake can be beneficial, especially if you have IC. However, intravenous fluids and other nourishment may be required during this time.
Medication
To assist control colitis symptoms, your doctor may prescribe various drugs. These medications may include anti-inflammatory medications such as 5-aminosalicylates or corticosteroids to treat swelling and pain immune system suppressors such as tofacitinib (Xeljanz), azathioprine (Azasan, Imuran), or cyclosporine (Gengraf, Neoral, Sandimmune) biologics such as infliximab (Remicade), adalimumab (Humira),
antidiarrheal medicines
antispasmodic medications dietary supplements
Surgery
Colitis surgery may involve removing part or all of your colon or rectum. If other therapies fail, this may be the only option. These procedures could include:
ileal pouch-anal anastomosis (IPAA), in which the ileum (the end of the small intestine) is transformed into a pouch that attaches to the anal canal proctocolectomy, in which the colon (and sometimes the rectum) is removed
ileostomy, in which the ileum is attached to the abdominal wall, and a stoma (an aperture in the abdomen) is formed to allow waste to exit the body continent ileostomy, in which the end of the ileum is fastened inside the abdomen. This is a surgical technique for colitis that is conceivable but unusual.
Prevention
The only sure way to avoid a flare-up of colitis is surgery. However, if you want to avoid flare-ups without surgery, there are a few things you may do:
- Keep a food diary to note which foods may trigger an increase in symptoms.
- Consult your doctor to determine if and how much fiber you should consume.
- Consult your doctor to see if eating smaller meals more frequently can benefit you.
- If possible, increase your level of activity.
- Learn stress-relieving techniques such as meditation, yoga, and mindfulness exercises.
- Always take your prescriptions as directed and notify your doctor if you do not.
- Make sure your doctor is aware of any other medications or supplements you take, including vitamins.
- Before modifying your diet or adding new supplements, consult with your doctor.
When should you consult a doctor?
While everyone experiences diarrhea and abdominal cramps from time to time, consult a doctor if your diarrhea is not related to an infection, fever, or any known contaminated foods.
Other signs that it’s time to see a doctor include:
joint pain, rashes with no known cause, a small amount of blood in your stool, such as slightly red-streaked stool, the stomach ache that returns unexplained weight loss
If you notice a substantial amount of blood in your stool, seek medical attention right once.
Early discovery is crucial in all situations for recovery. In addition, early detection may aid in the prevention of more serious consequences.
If you suspect that something is wrong with your stomach, consult a doctor. It is critical to listen to your body to stay healthy.