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Enterocolitis.
The inflammatory process, which develops simultaneously in the mucous layer of the small and large intestines, is called "enterocolitis". The inflammatory process can be infectious or non-infectious (alimentary, allergic, mechanical or toxic) origin. According to the rate of flow, acute and chronic enterocolitis are distinguished. Not thoroughly cured acute enterocolitis acquires a chronic course with phases of remission and periods of exacerbation of the disease. Chronic enterocolitis causes gradual destructive changes in the structure and functions of the intestines, which leads to digestive disorders in general.
Signs of enterocolitis:
- Regular bowel disorders (diarrhea, constipation),
- Flatulence and rumbling in the intestines,
- Pain symptoms,
- Nausea,
- Fever (typical for infectious enterocolitis),
- Putrid odor from the mouth,
- Belching.
Colonoscopic examinations and laboratory diagnostics of intestinal microflora allow to confirm the diagnosis of enterocolitis.
In the treatment of non-infectious enterocolitis, an important role is played by a diet that includes intestinal-friendly foods and dishes: decoctions, jelly, mashed soups, boiled cereals, boiled vegetables (everything that injures the intestinal walls to the least extent). Products that provoke fermentation and decay processes are excluded. Spend the treatment of intestinal dysbiosis, which can accompany enterocolitis. Drug therapy includes adsorbents, anti-inflammatory agents, herbal remedies for sedative and tanning properties.
Infectious enterocolitis requires antimicrobial therapy according to the identified infectious agent.
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