{"product_id":"2940153860862","title":"Ulcerative Colitis, A Simple Guide To The Condition, Treatment And Related Conditions","description":"\u003cp\u003eUlcerative Colitis is an inflammatory disease of the colon and rectum which causes ulcers in the lining of the colon and rectum.\u003cbr\u003eThe ulcers can then bleed and produce pus, leading to the rapid emptying of the colon and diarrhea.\u003cbr\u003eIt has been suggested that an autoimmune disease is the main cause of Ulcerative Colitis disease.\u003cbr\u003ePsychological problems like stress and anxiety are not a cause of Ulcerative Colitis but have been known to trigger off the disease.\u003cbr\u003eMild cases (about 50%) usually have:\u003cbr\u003e1. An insidious onset\u003cbr\u003e2. Lower abdominal pain\u003cbr\u003e3. Slight blood stained diarrhea\u003cbr\u003eIn the more severe cases, the main symptoms may be:\u003cbr\u003e1. Abrupt onset\u003cbr\u003e2. Severe diffuse abdominal pain\u003cbr\u003e3. Bloody diarrhea\u003cbr\u003e4. Fever\u003cbr\u003e5. Shock\u003cbr\u003eColonoscopy is also done to confirm evidence of ulcerative colitis and exclude malignant tumors.\u003cbr\u003eMild Cases:\u003cbr\u003e1. Antidiarheal and bulk forming agents\u003cbr\u003e2. Antispasmodic medication for spasm of the colon\u003cbr\u003e3. Sulfasalazine (immunosuppressant) given indefinitely\u003cbr\u003eOther 5-ASA agents, such as olsalazine, mesalamine, and balsalazide, may be used by people who cannot take sulfasalazine.\u003cbr\u003e4. Topical corticosteroids as retention enema or suppositories only where the rectum is involved.\u003cbr\u003e5. Correction of anemia\u003cbr\u003eSevere cases:\u003cbr\u003e1. Hospitalization with bed rest, fluids, electrolyte replacement and blood transfusion if necessary\u003cbr\u003e2. Systemic corticosteroids (intravenous initially, followed by oral medications)\u003cbr\u003eThese should not be given for long term usage because of side effects.\u003cbr\u003e3. Oral mesalazine (immunosuppressant) given indefinitely\u003cbr\u003e4. Azathioprine (Imuran), Cyclosporine (Neoral) and 6-mercapto-purine (6-MP) all other immunosuppressants can also reduce inflammation by suppressing the immune system\u003cbr\u003e5. Infliximab (Remicade) is an anti-tumor necrosis factor (anti-TNF) agent is given through intravenous infusion every 6 to 8 weeks at a hospital or outpatient center.\u003cbr\u003eSide effects may include toxicity and increased risk of infections, particularly tuberculosis.\u003cbr\u003e6. Antibiotics in toxic megacolon syndrome\u003cbr\u003eSurgery is done if the attacks are severe, do not respond to treatment, toxic megacolon or uncontrollable bleeding.\u003cbr\u003eSurgery is also done for complications such as a fistula or intestinal obstruction.\u003cbr\u003eIn more severe cases a total proctocolectomy with ileostomy (a stoma is left in the abdomen for disposal of feces) is done and is usually curative.\u003cbr\u003eIleoanal anastomosis in which the ileum is attached to the anus allows the patient to have normal bowel movements because the anus is preserved.\u003cbr\u003eEmergency surgery may be done for perforation, peritonitis, or continued bleeding.\u003cbr\u003eTABLE OF CONTENT\u003cbr\u003eIntroduction\u003cbr\u003eChapter 1 Ulcerative Colitis\u003cbr\u003eChapter 2 More Facts of Ulcerative Colitis\u003cbr\u003eChapter 3 Treatment of Ulcerative Colitis\u003cbr\u003eChapter 4 Crohn Syndrome\u003cbr\u003eChapter 5 Diverticulosis\u003cbr\u003eChapter 6 Osteoporosis\u003cbr\u003eChapter 7 Irritable Bowel Syndrome\u003cbr\u003eEpilogue\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kenneth Kee","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47113902391536,"sku":"2940153860862","price":2.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/2940153860862_p0.jpg?v=1764058273","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/2940153860862","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}