How to treat proctitis
Disease description:
I've already gone to the toilet several times, and my stool has become watery. After visiting the hospital for examination, I found out that I have proctitis. I feel terrible and don't know how to deal with it. Doctor, how should proctitis be treated?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Shen Yonghua
Below are some common treatment methods for proctitis:
1. General treatment: For patients with mild symptoms, dietary adjustments such as maintaining a bland diet, reducing fiber intake, and increasing protein and high-quality fat consumption may help alleviate symptoms. Additionally, proper personal hygiene, keeping the anal area clean, and preventing recurrent inflammation are important.
2. Medication: This includes anti-inflammatory drugs, antibiotics, antidiarrheal medications, and pain relievers. In some cases, doctors may recommend immunosuppressants or biologic agents to control inflammation.
3. Surgery: When inflammatory factors have severely damaged the rectum and caused irreversible injury, surgical treatments such as total proctocolectomy with ileal pouch-anal anastomosis or diverting ostomy may be considered.
4. Local treatment: Rectal suppositories or enemas containing corticosteroids can be used to directly target the inflamed area and reduce inflammation.
5. Psychological support: Chronic illness can cause psychological stress; appropriate counseling and support can improve the patient's overall quality of life.
During treatment, it is important to strictly follow the doctor's instructions and undergo standardized and appropriate therapy.
