ULCERATIVE COLITIS
You have been diagnosed with ulcerative colitis. Ulcerative colitis is inflammation that occurs in the rectum and colon. It is a form of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). No one knows what causes IBD, but the symptoms can be treated and people with IBD can lead full, active lives.
HOME CARE:
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Follow the diet that was prescribed for you by your doctor.
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Avoid any foods that make your symptoms worse. These foods vary from person to person.
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Keep a diary of foods that disagree with you, and share this information with your doctor or nutritionist.
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Take your medications as directed.
FOLLOW UP with your doctor or as advised by our staff. Report any unintended weight loss over 10 pounds over 3-6 months to your doctor.
GET PROMPT MEDICAL ATTENTION if any of the following occur:
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Bleeding from your rectum
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Frequent diarrhea or abdominal pain not controlled by your medicine
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Bloody diarrhea
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Fever of 100.4ºF (38ºC) or higher, or as directed by your healthcare provider
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Persistent nausea or repeated vomiting
