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What Causes Severe Stomach Pain When Diagnosed With Ulcerative Colitis?

Yes. My husband is in the hospital. I m trying to understand the tests. Let me get my list. 1st about 10 yrs. ago he was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis. Did nt follow up. Last 2 weeks..stomach pain and no sleep. Was told he had p ylori. put on 3 antiobiotics. Worsened. Lost 12 pounds and quit eating. No sleep.. Pain.. To emergency.. Pancreatitis. Water and saline drip. Dropping.. Trying to figure out what? Endoscopy for Wednesday..non drinker... No drugs.. Just history of brother dying with colon cancer. And similar stuff. A smoker. No real food regimen. Works very hard at 63 climbing ladders etc a/c company. I just want to make sure I m there for tests that could be serious. Thanks retired... No money.. Thanks anyway
Sat, 20 Oct 2018
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Hello,

To get diagnosed with Ulcerative colitis your husband will go through certain investigations like Stool/blood tests, colonoscopy/sigmoidoscopy, X-ray & MRI if needed.

The treatment depends upon the severity of the condition, it can either be treated by medications or surgery. He can take pain relievers like acetaminophen (Tylenol) & antibiotics. Antidiarrheals if required for relieve.

All medications like corticosteroids, 5- aminosalisalicylates(sulfasalazine), Cyclosporine, Azathioprine should be taken under consultation & close monitor of the treating doctor.

In the meantime limit dairy products & avoid junk food, give him small meals multiple times a day, take adequate rest & plenty of water.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr. Nupur K, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Severe Stomach Pain When Diagnosed With Ulcerative Colitis?

Hello, To get diagnosed with Ulcerative colitis your husband will go through certain investigations like Stool/blood tests, colonoscopy/sigmoidoscopy, X-ray & MRI if needed. The treatment depends upon the severity of the condition, it can either be treated by medications or surgery. He can take pain relievers like acetaminophen (Tylenol) & antibiotics. Antidiarrheals if required for relieve. All medications like corticosteroids, 5- aminosalisalicylates(sulfasalazine), Cyclosporine, Azathioprine should be taken under consultation & close monitor of the treating doctor. In the meantime limit dairy products & avoid junk food, give him small meals multiple times a day, take adequate rest & plenty of water. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. Nupur K, General & Family Physician