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Understanding Ulcerative Colitis

What is ulcerative colitis?

Ulcerative colitis (UC) is an inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that causes inflammation and ulcers in the large intestine. Crohn’s disease is another form of IBD that can affect the entire gastrointestinal tract or gut, extending from the esophagus to the anus.