What Is Colitis?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
10. Long-Term Outlook
The long-term outlook for colitis differs according to many factors such as the type of colitis, age, and overall physical condition. Ulcerative colitis usually requires long-term treatment and possibly surgery. Other types of colitis may improve following medication without the need of performing any kind of surgeries. Early discovery of the condition, along with proper diagnosis, is critical for developing the best treatment plan for the condition. Besides, most of the complications can be prevented with early diagnosis. It helps to share with your doctor all the symptoms you have experienced.
In general, colitis is treatable, and some people even manage the condition with diet and lifestyle changes alone.
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