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Ulcerative Colitis Treatments Directory
Ulcerative colitis treatments will vary based on how serious a case you have. Usually, medications are given to help control bowel problems. Other treatments may help with side effects of UC, including anemia or infections. You may be instructed to change your eating habits so that your symptoms will not be as severe. For more severe UC, corticosteroids, biologic agents, or even surgery may be helpful. Follow the links below to find WebMD's comprehensive coverage about how ulcerative colitis is treated, the goals of treatment, what to expect from treatment, and much more.
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome and Laxative Safety
WebMD looks at the role of laxatives in treating IBS-related constipation.
Creating an Ulcerative Colitis Diet Plan
Learn about managing your diet if you have ulcerative colitis and dietary supplements that may reduce GI inflammation.
Surgery for Ulcerative Colitis
WebMD explores the pros and cons of ulcerative colitis surgery, including types, recovery time, and possible complications.
Balance Family Life With Ulcerative Colitis
Get tips on how to keep up with your household chores when you have ulcerative colitis.
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Ulcerative Colitis Treatment: Can Probiotics Help?
To ease the discomfort of ulcerative colitis, many people are trying probiotics. Do probiotics help? Here are the pros and cons.
Ulcerative Colitis: Keeping a Food Diary
Is your diet shrinking because of ulcerative colitis? Keeping a food diary will help you know which foods to avoid -- and which to welcome back into your diet. Here's how to do it.
Ulcerative Colitis: Social Relationships and Dating
Friendship can be a good medicine when you have ulcerative colitis. Learn how to keep your social life going when you don’t always feel like going out.
Ulcerative Colitis Flare-ups: How to Manage
What causes ulcerative colitis flare-ups, how to cope with pain and diarrhea, and how to minimize UC symptoms in the future.
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What to Do When Ulcerative Colitis Flares
Get tips to help soothe ulcerative colitis flares, from diarrhea to pain and fatigue. Learn how to fight back with medication, diet, and more.
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.
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.
A Visual Guide to Ulcerative Colitis
Severe cramping and diarrhea? Learn more about ulcerative colitis symptoms, causes, medicines, trigger foods, and coping tips in this slideshow on UC.