Key points The basics Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) refers to a group of life-long diseases affecting the intestines. The main types of IBD are ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease. Prevalence in the United States…

Colorectal cancer is cancer that starts in the large intestine (colon) or the rectum (end of the colon). It is also sometimes simply called colon cancer. In the United States,…

Summary Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a disease that causes inflammation and sores, called ulcers, in the lining of the rectum and colon. It is one of a group of diseases…

How do doctors treat ulcerative colitis? Doctors treat ulcerative colitis with medicines and surgery. Each person experiences ulcerative colitis differently, and doctors recommend treatments based on how severe ulcerative colitis…

What are the symptoms of ulcerative colitis? Symptoms of ulcerative colitis vary from person to person. Common symptoms of ulcerative colitis include Symptoms of ulcerative colitis may vary in severity….

What is ulcerative colitis? Ulcerative colitis is a chronic disease in which abnormal reactions of the immune system cause inflammation and ulcers on the inner lining of your large intestine. Ulcerative colitis can begin gradually and become worse…