Q I am taking steroids for ulcerative colitis — can Korean medicine treatment actually help?
A Korean medicine treatment can help reduce steroid dependence and extend remission periods. Herbal medicines with heat-clearing and dampness-resolving properties have been reported to reduce intestinal mucosal inflammation, and they can be adjusted gradually alongside steroids.
Detailed Answer
Steroids are effective for acute inflammation control, but long-term use raises concerns about side effects. Herbal medicines are prescribed to clear heat and dampness from the colon and protect the mucosa, and there are cases where customized herbal prescriptions combined with dietary therapy have resolved symptoms in ulcerative colitis patients.
Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective
We recommend not stopping steroids abruptly, but gradually reducing them as symptoms stabilize with Korean medicine treatment. Please inform us of all medications you are taking so we can coordinate safely.
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