WHAT IS ULCERATIVE COLITIS (UC) ?
Ulcerative colitis (UC) is an inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that causes chronic inflammation in the digestive tract. Ulcerative colitis usually affects only the innermost lining of your large intestine (colon) and rectum. It occurs through continuous stretches of your colon. Ulcerative colitis can be debilitating and may lead to life-threatening complications.
Symptoms of UC include:
- Blood in stools
- Sudden uncontrollable urge for bowel movements
- Severe abdominal cramping and pain
- Fatigue
- Weight loss
- Impact on social, physical, and emotional well being
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