Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a painful kind of inflammatory bowel disease that affects the colon and rectum. It creates inflammation and ulcers, which in turn cause substantial discomfort. Although bloody diarrhea is the most obvious symptom, the illness may produce a variety of other symptoms as well, such as stomach discomfort and anemia. Medication isn’t a cure, but it may be an invaluable tool in controlling symptoms.
Even though removing the colon completely is the only way to fix it, it is only done when medicines aren’t enough to control the disease. It’s not an easy choice because it’s a major surgery that can change your life. We learn about the latest options for treating ulcerative colitis from gastroenterologist Pratima Dibba, MD, of Medical Offices of Manhattan. Read the article.
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