Ulcerative Colitis Symptom

Signs and Symptoms of ulcerative colitis

• Frequent passage of stools
• Blood and mucus in the faeces
• Lower abdominal pain
• Weight loss

Area affected by ulcerative colitis

Ulcerative colitis is a form of inflammatory bowel disease that causes inflammation of the colon and/or rectum, leading to ulceration of the intestine lining. It varies in severity from month to month, and is usually treated by drugs.

Complications include anaemia due to malabsorption and toxins from the intestines entering the bloodstream. Severe or extensive ulcerative colitis may be treated by surgery, particularly if the riskof colorectal cancer is high.

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Health Tip

The constipation can be eased by taking plenty of water, a fibre rich diet and bulk forming laxatives. Daily exercise can also regulate the bowel movement. Stress is a large causative component in chronic constipation.