Q What stages does colitis treatment go through?
A In the acute stage, suppressing inflammation and relieving symptoms comes first. Then comes the mucosal recovery stage, and finally a maintenance stage to prevent relapse. Typically, after 1–2 months of intensive initial treatment, it shifts to maintenance.
Detailed Answer
Stage 1 (acute): Heat-and-dampness-clearing herbal medicine quickly calms intestinal mucosal inflammation and reduces abdominal pain, diarrhea, and fever.
Stage 2 (recovery): Focuses on healing damaged mucosa and normalizing digestion, combined with dietary adjustment.
Stage 3 (maintenance): Constitution-based prescriptions and lifestyle guidance to prevent relapse and maintain remission.
Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective
The prescription composition and goals differ by stage. Even after symptoms disappear, maintenance treatment for a certain period helps you stay stable long-term without relapse.
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