{"id":12084,"date":"2022-05-15T00:02:41","date_gmt":"2022-05-15T06:02:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/anavara.flywheelsites.com\/treatment\/colitis-5-types-diagnosis-treatment-diet\/"},"modified":"2022-10-17T02:10:34","modified_gmt":"2022-10-17T08:10:34","slug":"colitis-5-types-diagnosis-treatment-diet","status":"publish","type":"treatment","link":"https:\/\/anavara.com\/treatment\/colitis-5-types-diagnosis-treatment-diet\/","title":{"rendered":"Colitis"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\"><h2>Table of contents<\/h2><ul><li><a href=\"#h-what-does-colitis-mean\" data-level=\"1\">What does colitis mean? <\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#h-what-are-the-types-of-colitis\" data-level=\"2\">What are the Types of Colitis? <\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#h-1-inflammatory-bowel-disease\" data-level=\"3\">1. Inflammatory bowel disease<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#h-a-ulcerative-colitis\" data-level=\"4\">a) Ulcerative Colitis&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-b-crohn-s-disease\" data-level=\"4\">b) Crohn\u2019s disease <\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-2-ischemic-colitis\" data-level=\"3\">2. Ischemic Colitis&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-3-microscopic-colitis\" data-level=\"3\">3.&nbsp;Microscopic Colitis&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-4-pseudomembranous-colitis\" data-level=\"3\">4. Pseudomembranous Colitis&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-5-allergic-colitis-in-infants\" data-level=\"3\">5. Allergic Colitis in Infants&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-how-do-we-diagnose-colitis-patients\" data-level=\"2\">How do we diagnose colitis patients?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-how-to-treat-colitis\" data-level=\"2\">How to treat colitis?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-diet-to-avoid-if-a-person-has-colitis\" data-level=\"2\">Diet to Avoid if a Person has Colitis&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-symptoms\" data-level=\"2\">Symptoms<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-causes\" data-level=\"2\">Causes<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-faq\" data-level=\"2\">FAQ<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-does-colitis-mean\"><strong>What does colitis mean?<\/strong> <\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>Colitis is simply an inflammation of the colon (a part of the large intestine). It results in discomfort in the abdomen. Usually, colitis can be acute and chronic (reoccurring) or mild and severe. Colitis is usually characterized by diarrhea, bloating, abdominal pain, and blood in the stool.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The colon is a part of the large intestine responsible for water absorption. Digestive materials that get into the colon are transferred to the rectum after the bacteria in the colon break them down. The large intestine is also described as the large bowel where food waste is stored as feces which are later passed out through the anus.&nbsp;&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"537\" height=\"519\" src=\"https:\/\/anavara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Colitis.jpg\" alt=\"Colitis\" class=\"wp-image-13429\" srcset=\"https:\/\/anavara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Colitis.jpg 537w, https:\/\/anavara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Colitis-300x290.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 537px) 100vw, 537px\" \/><figcaption><strong>Picture Courtesy: <a href=\"https:\/\/patient.practicalpainmanagement.com\/conditions\/gastrointestinal-pain\/inflammatory-bowel-disease-overview\">pain management<\/a><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"493\" height=\"335\" src=\"https:\/\/anavara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/colitis.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13218\" srcset=\"https:\/\/anavara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/colitis.webp 493w, https:\/\/anavara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/colitis-300x204.webp 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 493px) 100vw, 493px\" \/><figcaption><strong>Picture courtesy: <a href=\"https:\/\/images.medicinenet.com\/\/images\/slideshow\/visual-guide-to-ibd-s1.jpg\">MedicineNet<\/a><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-are-the-types-of-colitis\"><strong>What are the Types of Colitis?<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/anavara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Types-of-Colitis.jpg\" alt=\"Types of Colitis\" class=\"wp-image-13430\" srcset=\"https:\/\/anavara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Types-of-Colitis.jpg 600w, https:\/\/anavara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Types-of-Colitis-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption><strong>Picture Courtesy: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.emedihealth.com\/digestive-health\/health-conditions\/colitis-causes-treatment\">emedihealth<\/a><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-inflammatory-bowel-disease\"><strong>1. Inflammatory bowel disease<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"462\" src=\"https:\/\/anavara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Inflammatory-Bowel-Disease.jpg\" alt=\"Inflammatory Bowel Disease\" class=\"wp-image-13431\" srcset=\"https:\/\/anavara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Inflammatory-Bowel-Disease.jpg 640w, https:\/\/anavara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Inflammatory-Bowel-Disease-300x217.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption><strong>Picture Courtesy: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drugwatch.com\/health\/digestive-health\/ulcerative-colitis\/\">digestive health<\/a><\/strong> <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-a-ulcerative-colitis\"><strong>a) Ulcerative Colitis&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Ulcerative Colitis and <a href=\"https:\/\/anavara.com\/blog\/crohns-disease-treatment-in-ayurveda\/\">Crohn\u2019s disease<\/a> are classified as <a href=\"https:\/\/anavara.com\/treatment\/irritable-bowel-syndrome\/\">Inflammatory Bowel Syndrome<\/a><\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">. Many celebrities have Irritable Bowel Syndrome. Notable among them is Mumtaz. Mumtaz is a veteran Bollywood actress who <a href=\"https:\/\/timesofindia.indiatimes.com\/entertainment\/hindi\/bollywood\/news\/exclusive-mumtaz-they-couldnt-inject-in-my-left-hand-as-i-had-breast-cancer-25-years-ago\/articleshow\/91345550.cms\">recently disclosed her experience<\/a><\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;with Irritable Bowel Syndrome and colitis.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Unlike the usual forms of colitis, ulcerative colitis is a chronic disease that can span a person\u2019s lifetime. It results in inflammation and bleeding ulcers in the large intestine. Ulcerative colitis is the most common type of colitis and spreads from the rectum to the colon. It results from the body\u2019s (immune system) overreaction to bacteria and other materials within the digestive tract. Studies have not been able to show why this occurs.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The different types of ulcerative colitis, based on the way the disease affects parts of the colon, include<\/span>:  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"567\" src=\"https:\/\/anavara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Types-of-ulcerative-colitis.jpg\" alt=\"Types of ulcerative colitis\" class=\"wp-image-13432\" srcset=\"https:\/\/anavara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Types-of-ulcerative-colitis.jpg 640w, https:\/\/anavara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Types-of-ulcerative-colitis-300x266.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption><strong>Picture Courtesy: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drugwatch.com\/health\/digestive-health\/ulcerative-colitis\/\">digestive health<\/a><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>Ulcerative Proctitis:<\/strong> Here, the rectum is first inflamed. Common signs include pain in the rectum, urgent need to use the bathroom, bloody diarrhea or diarrhea without blood, and constipation in a few people.<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>Left-sided colitis:<\/strong> This is the most common type of ulcerative colitis. The left side of the colon is inflamed, hence its name. Symptoms include weight loss, lack of appetite, bloody diarrhea, and usually severe pain on the left side.<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>Pancolitis<\/strong>: In this case, the inflammation occurs throughout the entire colon. Symptoms include; lack of appetite, bloody diarrhea, abdominal pain, cramping, and weight loss.&nbsp; &nbsp;<\/span> <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-b-crohn-s-disease\"><strong>b) Crohn\u2019s disease<\/strong> <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Crohn\u2019s disease is a type of inflammatory bowel disease, which causes inflammation of the digestive tract, which can lead to pain in abdomen, diarrhea, fatigue, weight loss and malnutrition. Inflammation often spreads into deeper layers of the bowel and sometimes may lead to life- threatening situation. &nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-ischemic-colitis\"><strong>2. Ischemic Colitis&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This type occurs when there is a sudden restriction of blood flow to the colon. Blood clot formation can cause immediate blockage. In cases where ischemic colitis occurs again, it is usually due to fat deposit buildup (atherosclerosis) in the blood vessels supplying the colon.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ischemic colitis can also occur as a side effect of taking certain medications like NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) and fibrates. This is rare type and requires more research. Ischemic colitis can be acute but usually occurs over a period of &nbsp;time. Medications that treat blood clots can aid. In extreme cases, the patient may require surgery to remove any ischemic tissue that has died.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">There are underlying conditions (risk factors) that could cause ischemic colitis, and they include:<\/span> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/anavara.com\/treatment\/diabetes\/\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Diabetes<\/span><\/a><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Dehydration<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Blood loss<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Obstruction or blockage<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Colon cancer<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Trauma or injury<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Vasculitis (inflammation of the blood vessels<\/span> <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-microscopic-colitis\"><strong>3.&nbsp;Microscopic Colitis&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">It is usually diagnosed under a microscope. A colon tissue sample is examined under the microscope for signs of inflammation and the presence of lymphocytes (white blood cells). Common symptoms of microscopic colitis include:<\/span> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Abdominal pain<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Abdominal bloating<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Chronic watery diarrhea<\/span><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/anavara.com\/blog\/16-effective-ways-to-lose-fat\/\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Weight loss<\/span><\/a> <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><a href=\"https:\/\/anavara.com\/treatment\/microscopic-colitis\/\">Microscopic Colitis<\/a> is classified under lymphocytic and collagenous colitis. Treatment usually depends on the severity of the symptoms.<\/span> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Lymphocytic colitis shows a significant number of lymphocytes present in the colon tissue sample. There is no abnormal thickening of the colon tissues and lining.<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Collagenous colitis shows an abnormal thickening of the colon\u2019s lining. This is due to collagen buildup in the outermost layer of the tissue.<\/span> <\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The exact cause of microscopic colitis is unknown, but risk factors for developing this condition include:<\/span> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Smoking&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">History of autoimmune conditions&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Abnormal bile acid absorption&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Genetic predispositions&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Intake of certain medications like NSAIDs (e.g., aspirin ), selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), proton pump inhibitors (PPIs)<\/span> <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-pseudomembranous-colitis\"><strong>4. Pseudomembranous Colitis&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">It is the result of the overgrowth of the bacterium&nbsp;<\/span><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Clostridium difficile&nbsp;<\/span><\/em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">(<\/span><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">C. difficile<\/span><\/em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">). This bacterium is normally present in the intestine but remains harmless due to the balance with \u201cgood\u201d bacteria. An imbalance in normal flora that can cause the overgrowth of&nbsp;<\/span><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">C. difficile<\/span><\/em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;is seen in some infections, other forms of colitis, or taking broad-spectrum antibiotics.&nbsp;<\/span><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">C. difficile<\/span><\/em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;then produces toxins that lead to inflammation of the colon.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><a href=\"https:\/\/anavara.com\/treatment\/pseudomembranous-colitis\/\">Pseudomembranous colitis<\/a> gets its name from the inflammation of the colon, which forms a yellow-white pseudo membrane.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Symptoms include:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Fever<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Nausea<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Diarrhea<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Dehydration<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Mucus in the stool<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Abdominal tenderness<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Abdominal cramps or pain<\/span> <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Treatment usually varies due to the primary cause of Pseudomembranous colitis. In severe cases, a fecal microbiota transplant (administration of a solution of fecal matter from a healthy donor to the recipient) may be needed to restore normal flora (bacteria commonly found in the digestive tract). A blood test, endoscopy (<a href=\"https:\/\/anavara.com\/diagnostictest\/colonoscopy\/\">colonoscopy<\/a>), and stool cultures can be used to discover the cause of colitis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Risk factors affecting the development of Pseudomembranous colitis:<\/span> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Antibiotic use<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Intestinal surgery<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">History of another gastrointestinal disorder<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">People over 65 years<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Weak immune system (probably from chemotherapy)<\/span> <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-allergic-colitis-in-infants\"><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">5. Allergic Colitis in Infants&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This condition can occur in breastfeeding infants. The notable symptom is blood in the feces. Other symptoms include fussiness, reflux, and excessive spitting up.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is usually due to a food allergy noticed in the infants. They exhibit &nbsp;hypersensitivity or allergic reaction to some of breast milk components. A certain <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldallergyorganizationjournal.org\/article\/S1939-4551(20)30374-4\/fulltext\">2020 review&nbsp;of studies<\/a> showed that protein allergies could contribute. It could be protein in breast milk, formula milk, or cow milk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Another type of allergic colitis is Eosinophilic colitis which shows up in the same infants but is also related to a protein allergy.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Usually, the treatment involves eliminating some foods known to contribute to allergic colitis in the patient\u2019s diet. If this elimination results in the cessation of symptoms in the nursing infant, then these foods are marked out as the problem. Otherwise, severe cases require the use of monoclonal antibodies (like those used in treating inflammatory bowel disease) as another treatment option.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-do-we-diagnose-colitis-patients\"><strong>How do we diagnose colitis patients?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">One would need to speak with a doctor (gastroenterologist) when signs like persistent diarrhea (bloody or not) with abdominal cramps not related to infection, or fever, are experienced. Generally, the doctor will ask about all the symptoms being experienced, diet, family history, and current medications. Some of the tests the doctor will do include:<\/span> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Blood tests are used to determine the presence of infection and the reason for blood loss. It is not directly used to diagnose colitis.<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><a href=\"https:\/\/anavara.com\/diagnostictest\/barium-gastrografin-enema-test\/\">Barium enema<\/a>: Barium is used to highlight areas of the colon under X-ray<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Abdominal imaging, like<a href=\"https:\/\/anavara.com\/diagnostictest\/ct-colonography\/\"> CT <\/a>and MRI scans, provides computerized x-ray images and detailed abdomen images.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><a href=\"https:\/\/anavara.com\/diagnostictest\/colonoscopy\/\">Colonoscopy<\/a> involves viewing the rectum and colon with a camera attached to a flexible tube passed through the anus.<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><a href=\"https:\/\/anavara.com\/diagnostictest\/flexible-sigmoidoscopy\/\">Flexible sigmoidoscopy<\/a> is similar to <a href=\"https:\/\/anavara.com\/blog\/how-long-does-colonoscopy-take\/\">colonoscopy<\/a> but only shows the last section of the colon.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Stool tests: Stool samples are collected and tested for the presence of blood, bacterial or parasitic infections.<\/span> <\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Ultrasound uses sound waves to provide a noninvasive means of viewing intestinal contents.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span> <\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-treat-colitis\"><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">How to treat colitis?<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Treatment can vary based on the patient\u2019s age, type of colitis, and the patient\u2019s overall physical condition. The primary aim is to reduce the symptoms.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">1. Bowel rest: Take fluids and nutrition and limit what is orally consumed, especially when one has Ischemic Colitis. Usually, fluids and nutrition are given intravenously at this time.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">2. Medication: The doctor will prescribe some drugs to treat colitis symptoms. They include;&nbsp;<\/span> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Antidiarrheal drugs<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Supplements for nutritional deficiencies&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Pain medications<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Antibiotics<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Anti-inflammatory drugs for swellings and pain<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Immune system suppressors<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Biologics like adalimumab, infliximab <\/span> <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">3. Surgery: If other treatment options do not work, surgery to remove all or part of the colon may be required.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-diet-to-avoid-if-a-person-has-colitis\"><strong>Diet to Avoid if a Person has Colitis&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">What foods have to be avoided if a patient is diagnosed with colitis?<\/span><\/strong>  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"657\" height=\"370\" src=\"https:\/\/anavara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Diet-to-Avoid-if-a-Person-has-Colitis.jpg\" alt=\"Diet to Avoid if a Person has Colitis  \" class=\"wp-image-13433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/anavara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Diet-to-Avoid-if-a-Person-has-Colitis.jpg 657w, https:\/\/anavara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Diet-to-Avoid-if-a-Person-has-Colitis-300x169.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 657px) 100vw, 657px\" \/><figcaption><strong>Picture Courtesy: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.everydayhealth.com\/ulcerative-colitis\/guide\/diet\/\">everyday health<\/a><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">People with colitis usually notice that their symptoms worsen with the intake of certain foods. It is important to keep a food diary or journal so one can note these foods and avoid them in their diet.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Lactose-intolerant people should avoid dieting with milk or any food containing lactose. Most doctors recommend avoiding certain foods like:<\/span> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Milk or its byproducts<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Fried foods<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">High-fiber foods like corn, nuts, etc.<\/span> <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-symptoms\">Symptoms<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">What are the most common symptoms associated with colitis?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Symptoms of Colitis are: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Chills or fever<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Diarrhea with or without blood<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Vomiting<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Weight loss<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Skin inflammation<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Joint swelling<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Fatigue<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Dehydration<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Abdominal pain or cramps<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Bloating<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Urgent need to use the toilet<\/span> <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-causes\">Causes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">What are the most common causes of Colitis?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"686\" height=\"498\" src=\"https:\/\/anavara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/causes-of-Colitis.png\" alt=\"Causes of Colitis\" class=\"wp-image-13434\" srcset=\"https:\/\/anavara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/causes-of-Colitis.png 686w, https:\/\/anavara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/causes-of-Colitis-300x218.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 686px) 100vw, 686px\" \/><figcaption><strong>Picture Courtesy: <a href=\"https:\/\/epos.myesr.org\/poster\/esr\/ecr2019\/C-2641\/findings%20and%20procedure%20details\">epos.myesr<\/a><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The most common causes of colitis are listed below:<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Bacteria<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Certain medications such as NSAIDs, chemotherapy drugs, H2 receptor blockers, antibiotics, etc.<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Allergic reactions<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Restriction of blood flow to the colon<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Radiation to the large intestine<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Viral or parasitic infections<\/span><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/anavara.com\/treatment\/food-poisoning\/\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Food poisoning<\/span><\/a> <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faq\">FAQ<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1657882301187\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What are the most common complications of colitis?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The most common complications associated with colitis are:<br\/>a)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Severe inflammation of the colon<br\/>b)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Severe bleeding<br\/>c)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Toxic megacolon<br\/>d)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Increased risk of colon cancer<br\/>e)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Severe dehydration<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1657882333307\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Can colitis cause cancer?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Patients diagnosed with inflammatory bowel disease have an increased risk of developing colorectal cancer.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1657882403772\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>How long does colitis lasts?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">In most of the cases. 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