How is enteritis treated?
Disease description:
I’ve had abdominal pain for the past two days, and my stool contains streaks of blood. After examination, I was diagnosed with enteritis. I’d like to receive treatment—how is enteritis treated?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Cheng Yicheng
When treating enteritis, it is essential to identify the specific underlying cause of the inflammation. A specialist physician will then select an appropriate treatment approach based on the etiology. In most cases, drug therapy is employed to control inflammation, alleviate symptoms, and prevent disease progression. If an infection is present, antibiotics may be prescribed under a physician’s guidance. For patients who respond poorly to medication or who have underlying primary intestinal diseases, surgical resection may be recommended by the physician.
