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If you elect to proceed to book an online appointment or a telehealth appointment using this locator, you will be prompted to proceed to a third-party site operated by Doctor. But know that you can get what you need to reach remission. Symptoms of a flare can include:. Bloody stool. Abdominal pain. Weight loss. Lack of appetite. They can lead to bowel inflammation—making symptoms worse. Antibiotics —Good for treating bacterial infections, but they also alter the bacteria in the intestine.
Changes to intestinal bacteria may cause diarrhea or inflammation. But if a flare is present, what you eat can affect your symptoms. How long have you been diagnosed?
I'm not diagnosed Under a year 1 to 3 years 3 to 5 years Over 5 years. Make sure you know the facts about your condition. How often do you experience symptoms? Daily Weekly Monthly Rarely. Make the most of your next visit. There are other possible causes of flares: disease complications like fissure, fistula, stricture, or abscess. Fissures are often the result of straining during bowel movements or passing hard stools, the Mayo Clinic says.
All of these complications may require immediate attention. A flare can last several days and go away on its own. Farhadi adds. He might take acetaminophen , if necessary, for the pain. No diet can prevent or reduce discomfort from flares, but there are a few general principles that may help. Reducing stress is another smart strategy, Farhadi says. Over-the-counter medications may also help relieve some symptoms of flares. Even if you have no symptoms, missing a dose can lead to a flare-up.
If you smoke cigarettes, take steps to quit. Smoking also damages intestinal tract tissue and is a risk factor for cancer of the mouth, throat, esophagus, stomach, intestines, liver, and pancreas. Start a log to track your flare-ups by date and rate their level of intensity.
You should also log your symptoms as well as what relief actions you took and what treatments were effective. Give a copy of your log to your doctor to add to your file of medical records and reserve another copy for emergency room visits. While going through a flare-up can be troubling, your efforts will go a long way toward helping you manage this condition and improving your quality of life.
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