Were you looking for information about Ulcerative Colitis? Ulcer colitis is a common misspelling of ulcerative colitis.
Ulcerative colitis is an inflammatory bowel disease. It can cause diarrhea, rectal bleeding, urgency to have a bowel movement, and other symptoms. Although it can affect people of all ages, most people with the disease are diagnosed between the ages of 15 and 40.
The condition can be difficult to diagnose at times, because the symptoms are similar to those seen with other intestinal disorders, including Crohn's disease. Lifelong treatment is necessary with ulcerative colitis. Some of the treatment options your healthcare provider may recommend include medications, lifestyle changes, surgery, and changing your diet.
(Click Ulcerative Colitis for a detailed look at the causes of ulcerative colitis, symptoms, the diagnostic process, prognosis, and more. You can also click on any of the links in the box to the right for more specific information.)
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