Colonic allergy

　　Colonic allergy is related to both mental factors and dietary factors. Whenever there is an emotional fluctuation such as anxiety, fear, anger, depression, or after eating certain foods such as eggs, shrimps, crabs, etc. (heterogeneous proteins), sudden abdominal pain, intestinal rumbling, and diarrhea may occur, with pain decreasing after defecation and the stool containing a large amount of mucus, or there may be alternating constipation and diarrhea. After multiple gastrointestinal examinations, no organic lesions in the intestines can be found.

　　Colonic allergy manifests as sudden abdominal pain, intestinal rumbling, diarrhea, pain decreases after defecation, and the stool contains a large amount of mucus, or there is alternating constipation and diarrhea. The prognosis of colonic allergy is good, and there have been no serious complications or transformation into other diseases according to the current literature.

　　Colonic allergy manifests as sudden abdominal pain, intestinal rumbling, diarrhea, pain decreases after defecation, and the stool contains a large amount of mucus, or there is alternating constipation and diarrhea. Colonic allergy can occur at any age, with the majority being young and middle-aged adults aged 20 to 50, with more females than males (females account for about 3/4).

　　For the prevention of colonic allergy, we need to do the following:
　　1. Eat light, eat more fibrous foods, drink more water. Eat less fat, high sugar, spicy, fried foods, and stimulants such as white wine and coffee.
　　2. Maintain a pleasant mood and ensure good sleep.
　　3. In case of symptoms such as diarrhea, take Huoxiang Zhengqi soft capsules orally and Pusui Yichang pills orally.
　　4. Strengthen physical exercise, such as walking, Qigong, Tai Chi, etc., which helps to enhance physical fitness and promote the recovery of intestinal nerve function.

　　The diagnosis of colonic allergy, in addition to relying on clinical manifestations, also requires indispensable auxiliary examinations. Common examinations include: X-ray shows narrowing of colonic spasm, acceleration of barium passage, and deepening of colonic pouches.

　　Colonic allergy emphasizes the regularity of diet. It is advisable to avoid spicy and刺激性 foods; drink less alcohol, coffee, and cold drinks; and not eat foods that can cause diarrhea, such as milk, beans, and raw and cold foods.

　　The treatment of colonic allergy cannot rely solely on certain specific Chinese and Western medicines to achieve the goal of cure. The key to the treatment of colonic allergy lies in solving the contradiction of thought. After the disease is diagnosed, detailed and patient explanations should be given to the patient, explaining the nature, pathogenesis, course, and prevention of the disease, eliminating various concerns, and enhancing the confidence in treatment.
　　In general, except for short-term rest due to severe abdominal pain and diarrhea, one can participate in ordinary work. Strengthen physical exercise, enhance physical fitness, especially to participate in some beneficial cultural and recreational activities regularly, to promote the adjustment and repair of nervous and visceral functions. Live a regular life, and eat light, easy-to-digest foods as the main diet, avoiding spicy foods and strong-flavored seasonings such as chili, alcohol, and wasabi oil, and not eating raw, cold, and greasy foods. Try to smoke less or not at all. For those with constipation, encourage the consumption of high-fiber vegetables, develop a regular bowel movement habit, and take some medication for symptomatic treatment if necessary.