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Read moreNew Study: There was a new study published in the May 29, 2008 issue of Nature, a science and medicine journal, which may point... Read more »
If you have IBD then you've probably heard suggestions like conducting an elimination diet to help identify foods that might trigger your... Read more »
I have had ulcerative colitis for years, and it began when I stopped smoking. I have read that there may be an association. I... Read more »
The definition of colitis is inflammation of the colon. There are many different ways that inflammation can present and manifest itself.... Read more »
Ten years ago when I was finally diagnosed with UC I was given Asacol, a 5-ASA drug, to get the inflammation in my colon under control.... Read more »
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Treatment can help suppress the inflammatory response and manage symptoms. A treatment plan for ulcerative colitis includes:Diet and... Read more »
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Ulcerative colitis is a type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that affects the lining of the large intestine (colon) and rectum.See also: Crohn's... Read more »
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What Is It? A number of infections and other conditions can cause the rectum to become irritated and inflamed, but few of them cause... Read more »
Elizabeth has been living with the symptoms of both IBD and IBS since she was in high school and was finally diagnosed with Colitis in 1998. The... Read more »
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There is no definitive diagnostic test for ulcerative colitis, although findings on biopsy and barium x-rays, as well as appearance during endoscopy... Read more »