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Colitis (Expert Forum)
Why don't doctors tell their UC patients what might work?
Answered by
Ratnakar Kini, MD - Gastroenterology, Pediatrics, acid reflux, gerd, colitis
Gastroenterologist & Hepatologist
India
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Why don't doctors tell their UC patients what might work?
by rocnrlr, Oct 05, 2008 02:54AM
THIS IS SOME ADVICE THAT COULD CHANGE YOUR LIFE IF YOU SUFFER WITH ULCERATIVE COLITIS THAT DOCTORS DON"T TELL YOU ABOUT....WHY?
After suffering with painful & embarrassing bouts of my UC going in & out of remission, I don't suffer anymore. I have a protocol I want to share with others.
First, the best probiotics by Natren (3 different ones they make, about $40/mo.). I take the Bifido and MegaDophilus first thing in the morning with water and a Healthy Trinity capsule after my meal. Also, digestive enzymes. Garden of Life Omega-Zyme or PhytoPharmica's Bio-Zyme are the very best.
Second, AVOID carbs, except for fruit & vegetables. NO potatoes, no rice, no cereal, no muffins or baked goods, no crackers, no bread, no pasta. Exception: 1-2x a week I mix a packet of Regular Instant Oatmeal with a packet of Low Sugar flavored Instant Oatmeal. (I actually do have carbs once in a while now, now that my colitis has been in remission for so long, but very infrequently. If I cheated regularly, I'd be in big trouble!) I load up on red meat, fish, chicken and eggs, raw nuts like almonds & walnuts, veggies (esp. Greek salad with lemon & olive oil), I avoid sugar and sodas (I use Perrier or Pelegrino), and I STAY REGULAR (if you know what I mean!) with this protocol! I used to drink coffee with heavy whipping cream every day to help me...go! Now I have switched to tea because the acid in the coffee caused my fibromyalgia and leg pain to worsen! Daily BM is VITAL!!
When I get the sensation in my stomach that my colitis is coming out of remission, I stop even an occasional transgression. Usually a flare-up is the result of having a couple of slices of pizza, Mexican food, or restaurant food. I immediately double my probiotics, drink tons of water, and begin a course of Dipentum, 750 mg. after each meal. I go back to my proper food combining (fruits alone, protein with veggies only, no carbs, etc.) The UC is usually under control in 24-48 hours again.
After suffering with painful & embarrassing bouts of my UC going in & out of remission, I don't suffer anymore. I have a protocol I want to share with others.
First, the best probiotics by Natren (3 different ones they make, about $40/mo.). I take the Bifido and MegaDophilus first thing in the morning with water and a Healthy Trinity capsule after my meal. Also, digestive enzymes. Garden of Life Omega-Zyme or PhytoPharmica's Bio-Zyme are the very best.
Second, AVOID carbs, except for fruit & vegetables. NO potatoes, no rice, no cereal, no muffins or baked goods, no crackers, no bread, no pasta. Exception: 1-2x a week I mix a packet of Regular Instant Oatmeal with a packet of Low Sugar flavored Instant Oatmeal. (I actually do have carbs once in a while now, now that my colitis has been in remission for so long, but very infrequently. If I cheated regularly, I'd be in big trouble!) I load up on red meat, fish, chicken and eggs, raw nuts like almonds & walnuts, veggies (esp. Greek salad with lemon & olive oil), I avoid sugar and sodas (I use Perrier or Pelegrino), and I STAY REGULAR (if you know what I mean!) with this protocol! I used to drink coffee with heavy whipping cream every day to help me...go! Now I have switched to tea because the acid in the coffee caused my fibromyalgia and leg pain to worsen! Daily BM is VITAL!!
When I get the sensation in my stomach that my colitis is coming out of remission, I stop even an occasional transgression. Usually a flare-up is the result of having a couple of slices of pizza, Mexican food, or restaurant food. I immediately double my probiotics, drink tons of water, and begin a course of Dipentum, 750 mg. after each meal. I go back to my proper food combining (fruits alone, protein with veggies only, no carbs, etc.) The UC is usually under control in 24-48 hours again.
Doctor's Answer
by Ratnakar Kini, MD, Oct 12, 2008 08:52AM
, Oct 12, 2008 08:52AM
Hi,
Probiotics seem to be one of the most promising agents in the treatment of UC and have been tested in several controlled trials.
They are effective in the treatment and prevention of pouchitis also.
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The information provided is for patients’ education only and is not a medical advice. Always consult your personal physician for complete evaluation of your health problem.
- Ratnakar Kini M.D.
Probiotics seem to be one of the most promising agents in the treatment of UC and have been tested in several controlled trials.
They are effective in the treatment and prevention of pouchitis also.
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The information provided is for patients’ education only and is not a medical advice. Always consult your personal physician for complete evaluation of your health problem.
- Ratnakar Kini M.D.
