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Diagnosed With Caecal Ulcer. Done Colonoscopy. Taking Steroids. What Is The Cause And Remedy?
Question: Hi, I have been diagnosed with a caecal ulcer. I am on steriods and ulcer treatment but still waiting for my appointment after the colonoscopy. I had four biopsies and waiting for results. However my quality of life has gone down hill and I can't even go out. I have no idea about this disease and how it will be treated. I can't go on like this. Can you give any advice please.
Hello, XXXXXX,
You mention colonoscopy showed cecal ulcers.
This area of the colon and junction of the small bowel
known as ileum is usually affected by "Crohn's Disease".
I am not sure what kind of symtoms prompted the
procedure and the biopsy. Very rarely, a person can have
these type of ulcers from severe constipation and very hard
stools , although this is more common in the lower part of
the colon called the sigmoid colon.
Cases of these type of ulcers have also been seen in some
that have been on NSAIDs (Non steroidal antiinflammatory drugs)
such as Ibuprofen, Naproxen etc.
If you have a positive family history of Crohn's or Ulcerative colitis,
this increses your risk to have one of these.
The biopsy should confirm the diagnosis and this should be supported
by additional blood tests including IBD-Panel and also CEA tests.
If this is confirmed as Crohn's , there are very effective medications
that are available now to bring the condition under remission.
There is no cure for Crohn's. If it is ulcerative colitis , again there are
very effective drugs such as Mesalamine etc. You can discuss these
with your doctor. I want you to go on line and check WWW.WWWW.WW where
you can get a lot of useful information.
I wish you the very best.
You mention colonoscopy showed cecal ulcers.
This area of the colon and junction of the small bowel
known as ileum is usually affected by "Crohn's Disease".
I am not sure what kind of symtoms prompted the
procedure and the biopsy. Very rarely, a person can have
these type of ulcers from severe constipation and very hard
stools , although this is more common in the lower part of
the colon called the sigmoid colon.
Cases of these type of ulcers have also been seen in some
that have been on NSAIDs (Non steroidal antiinflammatory drugs)
such as Ibuprofen, Naproxen etc.
If you have a positive family history of Crohn's or Ulcerative colitis,
this increses your risk to have one of these.
The biopsy should confirm the diagnosis and this should be supported
by additional blood tests including IBD-Panel and also CEA tests.
If this is confirmed as Crohn's , there are very effective medications
that are available now to bring the condition under remission.
There is no cure for Crohn's. If it is ulcerative colitis , again there are
very effective drugs such as Mesalamine etc. You can discuss these
with your doctor. I want you to go on line and check WWW.WWWW.WW where
you can get a lot of useful information.
I wish you the very best.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
I now have a rash on my back...I really am unwell and getting worried...am I supposed to feel this sick? I have no blood in my stools, but feel constant throbbing in my lower abdomen and have had pre the diagnosis sever lower right hand back pain...I am on steriods for that, first week 40mg and second which I'm in until Thursday 35mg and then 30mg etc..and the ulcer medication Salofalk 3 tabs orally a day. Back pain not as bad however my condition isn't well at all..Should I wait the nine days for my appointment or see my doctor again? Thank you for your reply
Hello,
The skin rash on your back may be unrelated. It is possible that you might be allergic to something. If the allergic reaction is from the medication, it should be more wide spread on your body. If it's only on your back , I wonder if it is not something like contact dermatitis from clothing , bedding etc. The steroids you are on is to get the colitis under control. Steroids may be used initially and then you will be put on different medication as maintenance. Unless you start really breaking out in hives or extensive rash, you can wait for your appointment or you can always call the doctors office and talk to the nurse for instructions from the doctor.
I wish you well.
The skin rash on your back may be unrelated. It is possible that you might be allergic to something. If the allergic reaction is from the medication, it should be more wide spread on your body. If it's only on your back , I wonder if it is not something like contact dermatitis from clothing , bedding etc. The steroids you are on is to get the colitis under control. Steroids may be used initially and then you will be put on different medication as maintenance. Unless you start really breaking out in hives or extensive rash, you can wait for your appointment or you can always call the doctors office and talk to the nurse for instructions from the doctor.
I wish you well.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Mohammed Kappan
Thank you :-)
Hello,
You are very welcome and I hope you recover
completely.
Wish you the very best.
You are very welcome and I hope you recover
completely.
Wish you the very best.
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Raju A.T
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