Radiation Colitis

Understanding Radiation Colitis

Radiation colitis is an inflammatory condition of the large intestine or colon, frequently accompanied by ulcers or open sores. In clinical imaging, a colon affected by radiation colitis presents with distinct inflammation compared to a healthy colon.

Case Study: Patient History and Presentation

This case involves a 65-year-old female patient who experienced persistent lower abdominal pain, chronic diarrhea, constipation, and frequent bloody stools. These symptoms began following cancer treatment in 2011, which targeted the lower portion of her intestine. Her treatment regimen at that time included 200 hours of chemotherapy and 33 ionizing radiation treatments.

While the therapy successfully rendered her cancer-free, the patient suffered from nearly continuous lower abdominal pain. Since May 2011, she had been bedridden approximately once a week due to pain and a lack of energy. Her medical history also includes three hospitalizations for severe pain resulting from partial small bowel obstructions, as well as a history of mild depression.

Clinical examinations revealed bloating in the lower abdomen and tenderness upon palpation in the left lower quadrant. However, laboratory tests yielded no significant findings. Furthermore, positron emission tomography (PET) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans were negative for cancer, while X-rays showed only minor, intermittent dilation of the small and large intestines.

The coMra Therapy Protocol

To address these chronic symptoms, the patient underwent a course of coMra therapy using the Delta 905 professional model. The treatment protocol consisted of Gastroenterology 6 and Universal 3, totaling 22 sessions administered over several weeks. Throughout this period, the patient continued her existing regimen of multivitamins and herbal supplementation.

Results and Patient Outcomes

The patient reported significant improvements shortly after beginning coMra therapy. After the first week, she experienced reduced bloating, pain, and discomfort. By the end of the first four weeks, the blood in her stool had ceased entirely, and she became pain-free – a status she has maintained since.

Beyond the resolution of her physical symptoms, the patient reported a heightened sense of well-being, increased vigor, improved sleep, and a notable improvement in her mood, with a reduction in depressive symptoms. Having been a patient for over 10 years, her physician noted that she is currently in the best health he has seen in over a decade. A six-month follow-up confirmed that her condition remains clear.

Acknowledgments

This case report is presented with gratitude to Dr. Larry Wallace. Dr. Wallace is a former board-certified cardiac surgeon who pioneered the first open-heart surgery program in South Dakota. A passionate healer and integrative medicine practitioner, he has been a practicing physician since 1969. He is the author of several books, including Confessions of an Ex-Heart Surgeon, and recently completed an Ironman triathlon at the age of 75.