Ulcerative Colitis
What is Ulcerative colitis?
Ulcerative colitis is one type of IBD disease which is a common long-term condition that causes inflammation in the colon. Inflammation in ulcerative colitis starts in the rectum and may spread to the colon. It can happen at any age, but it usually starts between the ages of 15 and 30.
Dr. Vikrant Kale is one of the best Ulcerative colitis specialists in Pune in which he completed a Fellowship in Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) from Oxford University (UK) in 2018.
Also, He has experience in treating various IBD diseases such as ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease. These things make an IBD Specialist in Pune or an Ulcerative colitis disease specialist in Pune. If you have been diagnosed with Ulcerative colitis or any IBD disease or are looking for more information about the condition, Dr. Vikrant Kale help you to overcome this.
Who gets ulcerative colitis?
Anyone at any age, including young children, can get ulcerative colitis. Your chance of getting it is slightly higher if you:
- Have a close relative with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).
- Are between 15 and 30 years old, or older than 60.
- Are Jewish.
- Eat a high-fat diet.
Signs and Symptoms of ulcerative colitis:
The most common symptoms are a pain in the abdomen and blood or pus in diarrhea. Other symptoms may include:
- Anemia
- Severe tiredness
- Weight loss
- Loss of appetite
- Bleeding from the rectum
- Sores on the skin
- Joint pain
- Growth failure in children
If you notice any of the symptoms, you must visit an ulcerative colitis doctor in Pune at the earliest. The fastest assessment and subsequent treatment will help you combat this medical condition and live a better life.
Diagnosis of ulcerative colitis:
Dr. Vikrant Kale first asks the patient symptoms the patient faces. Also below are some tests that can perform to confirm the exact cause of that
- Blood tests:
- Imaging tests:
- MRI: This shows your doctor a clear picture of the inside of your body without using radiation.
- CT scan: This test uses X-rays to make detailed images of your internal organs.
- Endoscopy:
- Upper endoscopy: Dr. Vikrant Kale uses this to see your esophagus and stomach
- Colonoscopy or sigmoidoscopy: These give the doctor a clear picture of your intestines and let them take a tissue sample to study.
Treatment of ulcerative colitis in Pune:
UC is a chronic condition. The goal of treatment is to reduce the inflammation that causes your symptoms to prevent flare-ups and have longer periods of remission. Dr. Vikrant Kale provides Ulcerative colitis treatment in Pune depending on what’s causing your symptoms. Treatment for Ulcerative colitis and other IBD varieties can include the use of medication, alterations in diet and nutrition, and sometimes surgical procedures to repair or remove affected portions of your GI tract. Treatment may include:
- Medication: The goal of medication is to induce and maintain remission, and to improve the quality of life for people with ulcerative colitis. Healthcare providers use several types of medications to calm inflammation in your large intestine. Reducing the swelling and irritation lets the tissue heal. It can also relieve your symptoms so you have less pain and less diarrhea.
- Diet Changes: While IBD disease may not be the result of bad reactions to specific foods, paying special attention to your diet may help reduce symptoms, replace lost nutrients, and promote healing. For people diagnosed with IBD disease, it is essential to maintain good nutrition.
- Surgery: Surgery is an option if medications aren’t working or you have complications, such as bleeding or abnormal growths. You might develop precancerous lesions or growths that can turn into colorectal cancer. A doctor can remove these lesions with surgery (a colectomy) or during a colonoscopy.
How to Book An Appointment:
Dr. Vikrant Kale at Kaizen Gastro Care Clinic provides the best treatment for various IBD diseases in Pune. For more information about our comprehensive treatment options, or to request an appointment with the best Gastroenterologist in Pune call 09763635252 / 07558423708 or Click on Book Appointment for online booking with your near hospital.
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About Dr. Vikrant Kale
Dr. Vikrant Kale is the best gastroenterologist in PCMC Pune and trained in Gastroenterology and advanced endoscopy in UK & Ireland.
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