What’s the Difference Between Ulcerative Colitis and Diverticulitis?

Although both ulcerative colitis (UC) and diverticulitis are gastrointestinal diseases and share some overlapping symptoms, they’re different conditions. And each requires a distinct treatment approach, according to Pratima Dibba, M.D., a gastroenterologist with Medical Offices of Manhattan in New York City.

“UC and diverticulitis differ in their nature and location,” she explains. “UC is characterized by chronic inflammation in the colon, while diverticulitis is a short-term illness involving inflammation of pouches in the colon that have developed over time from straining and constipation.” Read the full article.

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