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Health Encyclopedia: Ulcerative Colitis Surgical Procedures
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In 20% of people with ulcerative colitis, drug therapy is not effective, and surgery to remove diseased sections is necessary. In such cases, part or all of the colon is removed, depending on the extent of the disease. Surgeries may also be required because of hemorrhage, chronic illness, perforation of the colon, or to prevent colon cancer. Studies report that surgery improves the quality of life in most patients. Some experts are urging, in fact, that many patients should co...
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Crohn's disease
...day. The pouch can be worn discreetly under clothing, so no one will know you have it. No specific diet has been shown to improve or worsen the bowel inflammation in Crohn's disease. However,... Read more »Diabetes Diet: Weight Control for Type 2 Diabetes
...aim for a small but consistent weight loss of 1 to 2 pounds per week. Most patients should follow a diet that supplies at least 1,000 1,200 kcal/day for women and 1,200 1,600 kcal/day for... Read more »Crohn's Disease: Surgery
...infliximab) was effective in reducing the risk for serious infection in the abdomen.Proctocolectomy and IleostomyProctocolectomy with ileostomy is removal of the entire colon and creation of an... Read more »Heart healthy Dietary Changes: low carb diet, low fat diet, weight loss
Dietary ChangesLow Carbohydrate DietsThe Atkins diet restricts healthful complex carbohydrates in vegetables and particularly in fruits that are known to protect against heart disease. The Atkins... Read more »Preventing Obesity: Weight Loss and Weight Maintenance
...to be very beneficial.Some Tips for Losing Weight. The following offer some general suggestions for dieters:Start with realistic goals. Diet failure is extremely common and the odds of significant... Read more »Images
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...eye lubricant. To prevent constipation, maintain a diet adequate in fiber, and drink plenty of... Read more »
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