
UC Basics
EXPLORE UC AND HOW IT MAY IMPACT YOU.
What is ulcerative colitis?
Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease of the large intestine, which includes the colon.
No one knows exactly what causes ulcerative colitis, and it can affect every individual in a different way. UC is a chronic, or ongoing condition, and while there is no cure for this disease, it can be managed.
COMMON ULCERATIVE COLITIS SYMPTOMS.
Ulcerative colitis most often begins gradually, and symptoms tend to come and go. Symptoms can range based on the severity of the disease. The different levels of severity of ulcerative colitis include mild, moderate, and severe.
Most people go through periods of flares – the return of symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain and cramping, and urgent bowel movements – or remission, a time where the symptoms may disappear for a few weeks or even years.






UC affects every person differently.
It’s important to remember there is no cure for ulcerative colitis, but symptoms can be managed.
Each person’s UC is different and that’s why it’s important to work with your doctor.
Check out these
tips for your next appointment with your doctor.
They may help you get the most out of your visit.
COMPREHENSIVE APPROACH TO YOUR UC MANAGEMENT.
There’s no doubt that living with UC is challenging but there are ways to manage it. UC can affect many parts of your life, not just physically. Your approach to managing it must be individual to you and what your immediate needs are.
Your possible multidisciplinary care team may also include:
- Primary Care Physician
- IBD Nurse
- Registered Dietitian
- Therapist
- Complementary and Alternative Medicine
As UC can affect other parts of your body, it’s important to keep in mind that talking to your doctor may help you better manage all the symptoms associated with your UC.
