In the case of severe complications it is not possible to count healing based on the time without recurrence, only clinical cure can be achieved, because ulcerative colitis is very easy to recur.
Ulcerative colitis is a chronic non-specific inflammatory disease of the intestinal tract, which is mainly characterized by recurrent attacks. This is because many factors can cause the disease to flare up, such as excessive mental stress, emotional tension, lack of sleep, consuming too much spicy or cold food, and irregular bowel movements.
Ulcerative colitis requires different treatment options depending on the severity. Ulcerative colitis with predominantly rectal involvement can be treated with Liuzosulfapyridine suppositories or Mesalazine suppositories. Mild cases can be treated with mesalazine. If the disease is more severe, treatment with glucocorticoids is required. In case of severe complications, part of the colon can only be removed surgically.
Ulcerative colitis is a lifelong disease, usually in the diet to strengthen the nutrition, minimize spicy and greasy food. It is also important to have regular follow-up colonoscopies to observe the recovery and to avoid the continued development of the disease.