Crohn's Disease - Management

Management

Management in Crohn's disease vs. ulcerative colitis
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Crohn's disease Ulcerative colitis
Mesalamine Less useful More useful
Antibiotics Effective in long-term Generally not useful
Surgery Often returns following
removal of affected part		 Usually cured by
removal of colon

There is no cure for Crohn's disease and remission may not be possible or prolonged if achieved. In cases where remission is possible, relapse can be prevented and symptoms controlled with medication, lifestyle and dietary changes, changes to eating habits (eating smaller amounts more often), reduction of stress, moderate activity and exercise, . Surgery is generally counter-indicated and has not been shown to prevent remission. Adequately controlled, Crohn's disease may not significantly restrict daily living. Treatment for Crohn's disease is only when symptoms are active and involve first treating the acute problem, then maintaining remission.

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