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Ulcerative Colitis Treatment Case:
Definitive Results Through Root Cause Identification
Systematic treatment and maintenance of remission through single-cause diagnosis
Case of a Male Patient in His 50s
HanStep Korean Medicine Clinic has been researching ulcerative colitis since 2007. The patient in this case was diagnosed with proctitis-type ulcerative colitis in December 2024 and had underlying conditions including diabetes and hypertension. At the time of his first visit in January 2026, he was taking Mezavant but was struggling with various digestive symptoms.
Key Symptoms at Initial Visit
- Bowel movements: Tenesmus (5/10), hard stools
- Digestive system: Loss of appetite, indigestion, gastritis, and reflux esophagitis
- Other notable points: Anal burning sensation, frequent flatulence
Treatment Progress and Process
Because the cause was clear, the treatment process proceeded smoothly with a single prescription.
Start of Treatment and Initial Improvement
We identified the upper gastrointestinal cause and began intensive treatment. Within two weeks, the tenesmus disappeared, and his digestion and appetite improved significantly.
Reduction of Western Medication and Confirmation of Normal Levels
As the calprotectin levels remained below the detection limit, Mezavant was sequentially tapered and completely discontinued in early May. Blood inflammatory markers (CRP) also returned to the normal range.
Conclusion of Treatment and Endoscopic Confirmation
A colonoscopy confirmed a clean state with all inflammation resolved. This was a case where consistent treatment was possible without changing the prescription because there was only one underlying cause.