Colitis is a common digestive disease that affects the health of many people worldwide. This article will give you an in-depth look at the symptoms, symptoms, and methods of colitis to help you better understand and cope with the disease.
First, colitis **.
There are many types of colitis, mainly including:
1. Infection: Bacterial, viral or other microbial infections are the most common causes of colitis.
2. Immune system abnormalities: Certain immune system diseases, such as ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease, can lead to colitis.
3. Medications: Long-term use of certain drugs, such as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, may cause colitis.
4. Diet: Unhealthy eating habits, such as a high-fat, high-sugar, and low-fiber diet, may increase the risk of colitis.
5. Other factors: stress, mental factors and genetic factors may also be related to the occurrence of colitis.
2. Symptoms of colitis.
The symptoms of colitis vary from individual to individual and mainly include:
1. Diarrhea: Frequent diarrhea is a typical symptom of colitis.
2. Abdominal pain: patients may have abdominal pain, usually before diarrhea.
3. Weight loss: Patients may experience weight loss due to maldigestion and absorption.
4. Fatigue: Patients may feel fatigue due to malabsorption of nutrients and frequent diarrhea.
5. Other symptoms: Possible symptoms include loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, bloody stools, etc.
3. Colitis.
The most important methods of colitis include:
1. Symptomatic**: Treat diarrhea, abdominal pain and other symptoms to improve the quality of life of patients.
2. Anti-inflammatory drugs: For colitis caused by abnormal immune system, the doctor may prescribe anti-inflammatory drugs**.
3. Probiotics and prebiotics: These help maintain the balance of intestinal flora and improve digestive health.