Advertisement
Medically Reviewed by Scott Pearlman, M.D.
The short answer: Ulcerative colitis is part of a group of diseases known as inflammatory bowel disease. Ulcerative colitis causes inflammation and ulcers of the lining of the rectum and colon. The chronic inflammation of the digestive tract may cause abdominal pain and diarrhea. While there is no known cure for ulcerative colitis, therapies exist that may dramatically reduce the signs and symptoms and even bring about long-term remission.
Learn more: Additional info and top resources
Advertisement
This site complies with the HONcode standard for trustworthy health information: verify here.
© 2012 OrganizedWisdom.com, Inc. All rights reserved.
OrganizedWisdom does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you think you
may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately.
As Seen In
