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Hi, My brother is suffering from ulcerative colitis. He is 16 years old. He is suffering from previous 3 years. And chest pain from 1 year. Please tell me about his diet plan. He is taking mesacol od from 3 years.
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GET dietician consult for it. Medication is okay.
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A low-fat diet: Ulcerative colitis may interfere with fat absorption and eating fatty foods may trigger symptoms. This is often recommended during an ulcerative colitis flare. A low-fiber diet (low-residue diet): This can help reduce the frequency of bowel movements and abdominal cramps.
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