Ulcerative Colitis & Your Family
Those closest to you don’t want to see you suffer in silence. Help them know when to give you support. Continue…
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Tips for Managing your Diet
Paying attention to the foods you eat may help you manage your ulcerative colitis symptoms. Continue…
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Stress & Ulcerative Colitis
Although there’s no evidence it causes ulcerative colitis, stress is often one of its consequences. Keep reading..
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Medication
About Asacol
Find out why Asacol is proven to treat flare-ups and maintain remission in ulcerative colitis patients. Continue…
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What is ulcerative colitis?
Ulcerative colitis is a chronic inflammatory condition of the digestive tract. It’s a form of Inflammatory Bowel Disease that involves inflammation of the inner lining of the colon and rectum. People with this condition alternate between flare-ups and periods of remission throughout their lives. While ulcerative colitis is a lifelong condition, [...]
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Arthritis & Ulcerative Colitis
Educate yourself on the different symptoms of arthritis and the probability of experiencing it as an effect of UC. Continue…
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Genetics
Science is working to make connections between ulcerative colitis treatment and a person’s genetic make-up. Learn what studies have discovered in regards to families, siblings and offspring. keep reading…
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What is Ulcerative Colitis?
Understand more about what Ulcerative Colitis is and how it’s diagnosed. Keep reading…
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Crohn’s disease is a chronic inflammatory disease of the intestines. It primarily causes ulcerations of the small and large intestines, but can affect the digestive system anywhere from the mouth to the anus. Keep reading…
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Q. What foods are allowed after j-pouch surgery?
A. The j-pouch procedure is major surgery and will require a significant recovery time. During this recovery period, the colorectal surgeon may recommend a restricted diet. This is to prevent any problems while the bowel is still healing. Blockages are more common after surgery on [...]
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