Is it smart to exclude dairy from your diet for UC? And if foods like milk, cheese, and yogurt cause flare-ups, how can you get enough calcium?

Should you add things like turmeric and fish oil to your diet to curb your belly pain?

Stock your kitchen with these foods to counter painful symptoms brought on by an ulcerative colitis flare.

A J-pouch can give you freedom, but it's good to have a plan in place to stay on the go. Things like wipes and eating small meals can really help.

You don't have to give up on going out. With some planning and organizing, you can get on with your life and not let UC cramp your style.

Your immune system overreacts when it comes to your intestine, which can bring on a host of other problems.

Sometimes your first approach isn’t the right one. These clues may help you know when to talk with your doctor about a new path to remission.

There’s a list of reasons why you may need to have UC surgery, from your meds stopped working to severe complications.

From start to finish, here’s what a J-pouch surgery involves. How long does it take to heal? And how do you get rid of waste during recovery?

It’ll take some time to heal, but you’ll feel better after your UC surgery. Here’s what to know about your bowel movements and diet.