It is possible that Colitis shows no physical symptoms and still is present in a patient.
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Common Causes of Colitis
The following are the most common causes of Colitis:
improper diet
stress
immune system malfunctioning
heredity
Risk Factors for Colitis
The following factors may increase the likelihood of Colitis:
middle age
white people
family history
Prevention of Colitis
No, it is not possible to prevent Colitis.
autoimmune disorder
Occurrence of Colitis
Number of Cases
The following are the number of Colitis cases seen each year worldwide:
Very common > 10 Million cases
Common Age Group
Colitis most commonly occurs in the following age group:
Aged between 35-50 years
Common Gender
Colitis can occur in any gender.
Lab Tests and Procedures for Diagnosis of Colitis
The following lab tests and procedures are used to detect Colitis:
Blood testing: To check for anemia
Examination of stool sample: To check infections caused by bacteria, viruses and parasites
Colonoscopy: To view the entire colon
Flexible sigmoidoscopy: To examine the rectum and colon
X-ray examination: To examine serious complications, such as a perforated colon
CT scan: To detect complicated condition of ulcerative colitis
Doctor for Diagnosis of Colitis
Patients should visit the following specialists if they have symptoms of Colitis:
Gastroenterologist
Complications of Colitis if untreated
Yes, Colitis causes complications if it is not treated. Below is the list of complications and problems that may arise if Colitis is left untreated:
severe bleeding
perforated colon
severe dehydration
liver disease
osteoporosis
inflammation of skin, joints and eyes
colon cancer
Procedures for Treatment of Colitis
The following procedures are used to treat Colitis:
Proctocolectomy: To remove entire colon and rectum
Ileal pouch anal anastomosis: Surgery done to make passage for stool removal
Self-care for Colitis
The following self-care actions or lifestyle changes may help in the treatment or management of Colitis:
Limit dairy products: To improve conditions of Ulcerative colitis
Limit fiber: To improve the symptoms of ulcerative colitis
Drink plenty of water: To improve condition of intestine
Alternative Medicine for Treatment of Colitis
The following alternate medicine and therapies are known to help in the treatment or management of Colitis:
Iron Supplements: To cure iron deficiency anaemia
Patient Support for Treatment of Colitis
The following actions may help Colitis patients:
Join online support groups: Helps to connect with other patients and families
Time for Treatment of Colitis
While time-period of treatment for each patient may vary, below is the typical time-period for Colitis to resolve if treated properly under an expert supervision: