Colitis means inflammation (swelling and redness) of the large bowel (colon). Though this may happen due to a number of reasons, the term ‘colitis’ commonly refers to Ulcerative Colitis (UC).
Causes of Colitis
- Infective Colitis – Caused by Infections due to viruses, bacteria and parasites.
- Inflammatory Bowel Diseases – Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn’s Disease – Autoimmune diseases, caused by the body’s Immune mechanism turning against itself.
- Microscopic colitis – A category in which the inflammation can be seen using a microscope only. Includes two conditions – Collagenous Colitis and Lymphocytic Colitis.
- Ischemic Colitis – caused due to inadequate blood flow to the colon
- Iatrogenic Colitis – caused as a side effect of certain treatments procedures. Includes two conditions; Chemical colitis caused by wrong or repeated administration of enema and Diversion colitis caused by surgical bowel diversions.
Symptoms of Colitis
The two common symptoms for all types of colitis are abdominal pain and frequent passing of (loose) stools. Other symptoms depend on the type of colitis. These may include:
- Tenesmus – the constant urge to pass stools.
- Bloating sensation all over the abdominal area.
- Fever, chills, malaise and fatigue may me present depending on the type and severity of the colitis.
- The most important symptom that should never be ignored is Blood in Stools. This can range from a little amount to frank bleeding and is seen in only certain types of colitis.
- Weight loss, anemia and general debility may ensue in long standing cases.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome and the two inflammatory bowel diseases of Crohn’s and Colitis (IBD) share some of the same symptoms: pain, cramping, bloating, urgency, gas, even anxiety and depression. And, of course, a change in bowel habits. So is there one natural treatment that is best for all three of them?
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Crohn’s Disease is sometimes difficult to identify, as the symptoms mimic many other gastrointestinal disorders. However, once you recognize an inflammatory bowel disease, specific testing can be completed to determine if Crohn’s is an issue.
The primary symptom associated with Crohn’s Disease is diarrhea. The inflammation of the intestines experienced as a result of the disorder
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Herbal teas may be an ideal way for you to relieve crohns symptom. However, not everyone responds well to the same treatment. Therefore, other crohn’s sufferers may find additional alternative or complimentary therapy such as hypnosis will work better at relieving and controlling symptoms.
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome IBS is more prevalent
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Crohn’s Disease is a lifelong inflammatory bowel disease that involves the digestive tract. Parts of the digestive tract will get swollen and have deep sores which are known as ulcers. Although Crohn’s Disease is usually found in the last part of the small intestine, know that it can develop anywhere in the digestive tract.
Treatment
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