- Ulcerative colitis - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
Ulcerative colitis is a type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that causes inflammation and sores, called ulcers, in part of the digestive tract Ulcerative colitis (UL-sur-uh-tiv koe-LIE-tis) affects the innermost lining of the large intestine, called the colon, and rectum Symptoms usually develop over time, rather than coming on suddenly
- Ulcerative Colitis (UC): Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment - WebMD
Ulcerative colitis (UC) is an inflammatory bowel disease that affects your large intestine, causing irritation, inflammation, and ulcers in the colon Learn more about the symptoms, causes
- Ulcerative Colitis: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis Treatment
Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a chronic condition that happens when you have inflammation in your colon Most people with UC experience periods of symptom flare-ups followed by periods of remission without symptoms Signs and symptoms include diarrhea, bloody stools, abdominal cramping and weight loss Treatments include medication and surgery
- 7 Complications From Ulcerative Colitis - Everyday Health
Ulcerative colitis is an autoimmune disease and a form of IBD Complications from UC affect more than just the digestive track Here are some things to watch out for
- How ulcerative colitis affects the whole body - Medical News Today
Without treatment, ulcerative colitis can lead to various health complications Following the right treatment and management plan can help reduce health risks
- Risks and Complications of Untreated Ulcerative Colitis
The risk of untreated ulcerative colitis can be severe, leading to complications like chronic anemia, fatty liver disease, osteoporosis, and colon cancer
- Coping with Ulcerative Colitis Treatment Side Effects - Healthline
Medications that treat ulcerative colitis may cause nausea, loss of appetite, diarrhea, infections, and weak bones Learn more about how to manage the side effects of ulcerative colitis medication
- Ulcerative colitis - NHS
Find out about ulcerative colitis, a long-term (chronic) condition where the colon and rectum (large intestine or large bowel) become inflamed
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