Depends...: Colitis is a general term - inflammation of bowel. Depens (penicillamine) what kind and what symptoms are involved? In general dietary adjustment may help . Recommend to consume more "probiotics" like kefir mixed with pomogranet juice and over the counter probiotic pill "vsl#3". Take it as a healthy breakfast daily! also talk to your doctor for specific directions.
Answered 4/21/2015
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Depends: There are many different types of colitis, ranging from infectious to inflammatory bowel disease to ischemic colitis to pseudomembranous colitis, and many others. Many of the different colitides have specific treatments.
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Depends: On severity. In the case of mild to moderately severe ulcerative colitis, mesalamine may be sufficient. In the case of more severe colitis, one may need an immunomodulator (azathioprine or 6MP) or biologic (Remicade, Humira, (adalimumab) Entyvio).
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It depends: on what kind of colitis you have. Different causes, different treatments, and different prognosis.
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