Ulcerative Colitis - Prevention
You cannot prevent ulcerative colitis because the cause is unknown. But you can take steps to reduce the severity of the disease.
- Medicines taken regularly may reduce acute attacks and keep the disease in remission.
- Most experts recommend acetaminophen (Tylenol) for pain relief rather than nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen and naproxen. NSAIDs have been linked to flare-ups of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).
Antibiotics may make ulcerative colitis symptoms worse and should only be used when necessary.
Creating an Ulcerative Colitis Diet Plan
If you have ulcerative colitis, you probably know which foods trigger your symptoms. The good news is there are ways of eating with ulcerative colitis that allow you to avoid the foods that aggravate your bowel condition. In addition, some new research indicates that specific nutrients in some foods may help decrease GI inflammation. That can make it easier to self-manage your illness.
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