Colitis Directory
Colitis is a type of inflammatory bowel disease that can cause pain, inflammation, diarrhea, and rectal bleeding. Diagnosing colitis may include tests such as a colonoscopy, barium enema, or stool samples. Treatments range from over-the-counter medications to surgery. Follow the links below to find WebMD's comprehensive coverage about how colitis is caused, its symptoms, how to treat it, and much more.
Medical Reference
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Ulcerative Colitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Find out the causes of ulcerative colitis, how the disease makes you feel, and what kinds of medicines and surgery can help curb your symptoms.
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Reason for My Stomach Cramps and Diarrhea
Some people are at a higher risk for developing ulcerative colitis than others. Find out what your chances are for developing the disease and whether or not you can control it.
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Treating Gastrointestinal Disorders With Laparoscopic Surgery
WebMD explains when and how laparoscopic surgery is performed for digestive disorders, and what to expect before, during, and after the procedure.
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Ulcerative Colitis and Pregnancy
Important facts to know about conception, pregnancy, and giving birth to a healthy baby when you have ulcerative colitis.
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Test Your Colitis IQ
Take our true/false quiz to learn how much you know about ulcerative colitis.
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A Guide for New Parents With Ulcerative Colitis
Parents with ulcerative colitis: There are ways to make life a bit easier when you're caring for a little one.
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How One College Student Controls Crohn's Disease
There's no cure for Crohn's disease, but that hasn't stopped this young woman from living a full life.
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Dating and Relationships With Ulcerative Colitis
Having ulcerative colitis in college doesn’t mean that your social and romantic life needs to suffer. A guide to dating and UC: how and when to talk about it, and how to deal with social pressures such as drinking, smoking, and sex.
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Slideshows & Images
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Slideshow: Ulcerative Colitis Surgery -- What to Expect
See the different surgeries used to treat ulcerative colitis. Learn when it may be needed, what is involved, and possible complications and benefits.
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The Intestines (Human Anatomy): Picture, Function, Location, Parts, Definition, and Conditions
WebMD's Intestines Anatomy Page provides a detailed image and definition of the intestines. Learn about its parts, location in the body, function, and conditions that affect the intestines.
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The Abdomen (Human Anatomy) - Picture, Function, Parts, Definition, and More
WebMD's Abdomen Anatomy Page provides a detailed image and definition of the abdomen. Learn about its function, parts, abdominal conditions, and more.
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Slideshow: Ulcerative Colitis Diet Tips and Mistakes
See how diet can affect your ulcerative colitis. Learn what foods can aggravate it and how to get the nutrition you need.