I have been diagnosed with left-sided colitis and proctitis. What does this mean and how should I manage it long term?
Left-sided colitis and proctitis mean there is inflammation and ulceration in the left part of the colon and rectum, This is an inflammatory condition, not just a digestion issue, so control of inflammation is much more important than digestion. Start with anti-inflammatory diet like soft khichdi, steamed vegetables, dal and avoid outside food, processed and junk foods, bakery products and sugar strictly. Make sure you have enough nutrition and not any deficiency like vitamin d and b12. If the problem persists, contact our team so we can help you with a proper diet plan and guidelines.
Left-sided colitis and proctitis are inflammatory conditions that respond well to a targeted anti-inflammatory protocol when caught before significant ulceration has occurred. Consistency with diet and gut support over several weeks is what drives improvement.
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