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Original Abstract of the Article

Major research findings

Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease that affects the colon. The disease can cause a variety of symptoms, including diarrhea, abdominal pain, and rectal bleeding. 26 , 44 , 69

There are a number of treatment options for UC, including medications, biologics, and surgery. 54 , 101 . Medications such as mesalamine and budesonide are often used to treat mild to moderate UC. 44 , 69 . Biologics are a newer type of treatment that can be used for more severe cases of UC. 54

For patients with corticosteroid-refractory ulcerative colitis, there are limited treatment options. 93 . Tacrolimus (FK506) has been suggested as a potential treatment option based on animal studies and uncontrolled human trials. 93 , 35

Probiotics are also being investigated as a potential treatment for UC. 84 , 32 , 78 . Some studies have shown that probiotics can help to improve symptoms and induce remission in patients with UC. 84 , 32 , 78 . However, more research is needed to determine the efficacy and safety of probiotics for UC. 84 , 32 , 78

Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) has also been used to treat UC. 99 . TCM is based on the belief that the body's energy flows through channels called meridians, and that illness occurs when these channels become blocked. 99 . TCM practitioners use a variety of methods to treat illness, including acupuncture, herbal medicine, and dietary therapy. 99

Treatment summary

Treatment for ulcerative colitis depends on the severity of the disease and the individual patient's needs. 26 , 44 , 54 , 101 . Treatments include medications, biologics, probiotics, and TCM. 26 , 44 , 54 , 101 , 84 , 32 , 78 , 99

Benefits and risks

Benefit summary

Treatment for ulcerative colitis can help to improve symptoms, reduce inflammation, and improve quality of life. 96 . It can also help to prevent complications, such as colorectal cancer. 86

Risk summary

Treatments for ulcerative colitis can have side effects. 26 , 44 , 54 , 101 . Medications can cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. 26 , 44 , 69 . Biologics can increase the risk of infection. 54 , 101 . Surgery can have risks, such as bleeding, infection, and infertility. 51

Comparison of studies

Commonalities of studies

Many studies have shown that a variety of treatments, including medications and biologics, are effective for ulcerative colitis. 26 , 44 , 54 , 101

Differences of studies

Different studies have shown different levels of effectiveness for different treatments. For example, some studies have shown that mesalamine is effective for UC, while other studies have shown that budesonide is more effective. 26 , 44 , 69

Consistency and contradictions of the results

Research on treatments for ulcerative colitis can have inconsistent results. 26 , 44 , 54 , 101 . This can be due to differences in study design, participant characteristics, and other factors. 26 , 44 , 54 , 101

Things to keep in mind for real-life application

Treatments for ulcerative colitis can vary in their effectiveness from person to person. 26 , 44 , 54 , 101 . It is important to talk to your doctor about the best treatment option for you. 26 , 44 , 54 , 101

Limitations of current research

There is a need for more research on treatments for ulcerative colitis. 26 , 44 , 54 , 101 . In particular, more research is needed on the long-term effects and side effects of treatments. 26 , 44 , 54 , 101

Future research directions

Future research should focus on developing new treatments for ulcerative colitis. 26 , 44 , 54 , 101 . It should also investigate the long-term effects and side effects of current treatments. 26 , 44 , 54 , 101

Conclusion

Ulcerative colitis is a chronic condition, but with proper treatment, it is possible to manage the symptoms and improve quality of life. 26 , 44 , 54 , 101 . There are many different treatment options available, so it is important to talk to your doctor about the best option for you. 26 , 44 , 54 , 101

Treatment list

Mesalamine, budesonide, tacrolimus, biologics, probiotics, TCM, corticosteroids, immunomodulators, small molecule agents, azathioprine, mycophenolate mofetil, cyclosporine, curcumin, bifid triple viable, restorative proctocolectomy, ileal pouch-anal anastomosis, infliximab, adalimumab, ustekinumab, guselkumab, golimumab, mercaptopurine, vedolizumab, transdermal nicotine, bowel rest, acupuncture


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