• What is colitis?
• Types
• Causes
• Diagnosis
• Symptoms
• Treatment

Treatment

Treatment of colitis may include:

• the administration of antibiotics
• the administration of general non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications, such as Mesalamine (Asacol), Azathioprine ( immunosupressants)
• the administration of steroids, such as prednisolone and prednisone,
• a surgery is required only when the patient suffers from regular or permanent flare ups, especially in cases of fulminant colitis.
• a diet can be effective at treating the symptoms of colitis and easing the side effects. It is usually aimed at reducing the intake of complex carbohydrates, refined sugar, lactose products, soft drinks, caffeine, and spicy foods.