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Ulcerative colitis



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Ulcerative colitis
Ulcerative colitis


Ulcerative colitis

Alternative Names:

Inflammatory bowel disease - ulcerative colitis
Symptoms:
  • Diarrhea, from only a few episodes to very frequently throughout the day (blood and mucus may be present)
  • Abdominal pain and cramping that usually subsides after a bowel movement
  • Abdominal sounds (borborygmus, a gurgling or splashing sound heard over the intestine)
  • Fever
  • Weight loss
  • Tenesmus


Additional symptoms that may be associated with ulcerative colitis include the following:


Signs and tests:

Your doctor may also order the following blood tests:




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