Relief from colon pain could involve dietary changes like avoidinghard-to-digest foods, or medications that target the underlying cause.
See a provider right away if you have concerning symptoms like unexplained weight loss orbloody stool.
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What Does Colon Pain Feel Like?
Verywell / Katie Kerpel
Colon pain can show up in different ways depending on what’s causing it.
How the pain feels and where it’s felt might provide some clues about the cause.
It can also be helpful to keep track of your symptoms in a notebook.
This may include diet and lifestyle changes, medications, surgery, or alternative therapies.
Always be sure to consult a healthcare provider before making any significant changes to your diet.
But they may help relieve symptoms and improve overall digestive health:
What Relieves an Inflamed Colon?
To relieve an inflamed colon, the first step is to find out why it’s inflamed.
The treatment used will depend on the reason for the abdominal pain.
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