Ulcerative colitis is a form of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) that causes long-term inflammation in the colon and rectum. In Mumbai, Dr. Harshad Joshi provides specialized care for ulcerative colitis, focusing on accurate diagnosis, symptom management, and long-term remission.
Patients often experience symptoms like abdominal pain, bloody stools, chronic diarrhea, and an urgent need to pass stools. Unlike Crohn’s disease, which can affect any part of the GI tract, ulcerative colitis is confined to the large intestine. If not treated promptly, it may increase the risk of colonic polyps and colon cancer.
Dr. Joshi uses modern diagnostic tools including colonoscopy and ESD (Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection) when necessary, to evaluate disease extent and severity. Depending on the condition, biological therapies such as infliximab and vedolizumab may be prescribed to manage inflammation and prevent flare-ups.
Patients also benefit from integrated care that includes diet regulation, clinical nutrition, and emotional support. With ongoing management, many people with ulcerative colitis live full, active lives.
If you’re struggling with ulcerative colitis symptoms, connect with Dr. Harshad Joshi in Mumbai for expert guidance and treatment.
