There are various websites that product recommended recipes for sufferers of Ulcerative Colitis. Several reputable websites that offer suggestions are LivingWithUC, HealthOnline, and IHaveUC.
I am sorry you have to deal with this condition! The recipes for this are similar to the recipes for those with Crohn's disease. Here is the tastiest looking links: www.ihaveuc.com/more-ulcerative-colitis-recipes-from-michelle/ www.colitiscookbook.com
There are several sites that have information about colitis and diets for colitis. Here are two websites that might be able to help you: http://colitis.emedtv.com/ulcerative-colitis/ulcerative-colitis-diet.html AND http://www.webmd.com/ibd-crohns-disease/ulcerative-colitis/creating-an-ulcerative-colitis-plan
Here is a link to WebMD's suggestions for foods to choose and avoid: http://www.webmd.com/ibd-crohns-disease/ulcerative-colitis/creating-an-ulcerative-colitis-plan The Mayo Clinic also has some good suggestions which include avoiding dairy and choosing high-fiber foods. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/ulcerative-colitis/DS00598/DSECTION=lifestyle-and-home-remedies
Some of the symptoms of ulcerative colitis includes abdominal pain and swelling. Also, frequent bouts of diarrhea.
It means that it may not be a true ulcerative colitis but may be colitis related to some infection or antibiotic induced colitis
Living with colitis can be difficult, but adding or eliminating some foods from your diet can be helpful. Learn about diets for colitis here: http://www.webmd.com/ibd-crohns-disease/ulcerative-colitis/creating-an-ulcerative-colitis-plan and here: http://www.ccfa.org/info/diet
Colitis can be very painful. There are some excellent recipes available at: ibdcrohns.about.com/cs/recipes or www.revolutionhealth.com. Both websites are helpful.
Many health related websites have reliable information on ulcerative colitis. Some examples of websites with this information include Digestive, Mayo Clinic, and Up To Date.
Medications treating ulcerative colitis include 1) anti-inflammatory agents such as 5-ASA compounds, systemic corticosteroids, topical corticosteroids, and 2) immunomodulators.
What Is Ulcerative Colitis?Ulcerative colitis is a type of IBD, or inflammatory bowel disease. It usually affects the inner lining of the rectum and colon. This condition cannot be cured, but it can be managed with the right treatment.What Are Some Of The Symptoms Of Ulcerative Colitis?The symptoms of ulcerative colitis can vary, depending on the where it occurs and how severe the inflammation is. Ulcerative proctitis, left-sided colitis, pancolitis, fulminant colitis and proctosigmoiditis are the different classifications of ulcerative colitis. The symptoms of this condition also depend on the classification.Ulcerative proctitis is a type of ulcerative colitis that occurs closest to the rectum or anus. Rectal bleeding is the only symptom that many people experience. However, some people may experience severe rectal pain. Ulcerative proctitis is considered the mildest form of this condition. Proctosigmoiditis is the form of ulcerative colitis that affects the sigmoid colon, which is the lower region of the colon. It can cause abdominal cramping, bloody diarrhea and pain. One can also develop tenesmus. Tenesmus is a condition where a person has the urge to move his or her bowels, but is not able to do so. Left-sided colitis is a form of ulcerative colitis that occurs from the rectum to the descending and sigmoid colon. It can cause abdominal cramping, unexplained weight loss and abdominal cramps. Pancolitis often affects the entire colon. It can cause bouts of severe bloody diarrhea, fatigue, abdominal cramping and significant weight loss.Fulminant colitis is a rare form of ulcerative colitis. It can also be life-treatening. Fulminant colitis causes profuse diarrhea, shock and dehydration. People who have this form of ulcerative colitis are at a high risk for developing complications, such as toxic megacolon. Toxic megacolon is a condition that causes the colon to rapidly expand. People with fulminant colitis are also more likely to develop colon rupture.
There are a variety of treatment options for ulcerative colitis. Some of these include changes to diet, as well as specialized prescription medications.
Corticosteroids, aminosaliclates, azathioprine, and cyclosporine are some of the more used medications to treat ulcerative colitis. Each physician does have different medicines that they prefer so its important to speak to your doctor about what is right for you.