Management
Management in Crohn's disease vs. ulcerative colitis
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| Crohn's disease | Ulcerative colitis | |
| Mesalamine | Less useful | More useful |
| Antibiotics | Effective in long-term | Generally not useful |
| Surgery | Often returns following removal of affected part |
Usually cured by removal of colon |
There is no cure for Crohn's disease and remission may not be possible or prolonged if achieved. In cases where remission is possible, relapse can be prevented and symptoms controlled with medication, lifestyle and dietary changes, changes to eating habits (eating smaller amounts more often), reduction of stress, moderate activity and exercise, . Surgery is generally counter-indicated and has not been shown to prevent remission. Adequately controlled, Crohn's disease may not significantly restrict daily living. Treatment for Crohn's disease is only when symptoms are active and involve first treating the acute problem, then maintaining remission.
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