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Is it actually true that colitis will go away without antibiotics?

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Dr. Jarrod Kaufman answered

Specializes in General Surgery

Colitis: It depends on the etiology some non-specific forms will others require treatment with meds or surgery consult your GI md or surgeon for assistance with this matter.

Answered 7/28/2020

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