Ulcerative Colitis--Beyond Basics

The prognosis for people with ulcerative colitis is generally good, especially during the first 10 years after diagnosis. The incidence of serious complications and colon cancer is low.

There are different types of ulcerative colitis, based on the location of the inflammation. What type of ulcerative colitis do you have?

Ulcerative colitis can leave you hurting all over. Find out about the types of arthritis most typically associated with IBD.

Could removal of the appendix could lessen the risk of developing ulcerative colitis?

Night sweats can be a real problem for people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Night sweats can be caused by fevers or be a side effects of some medications.

Mucus in the stool is commonly seen in people who have ulcerative colitis. Find out why you may be passing mucus in your stool.

Inflammatory bowel disease tends to run in families. Does that mean that IBD is a contagious disease?

Certain people are more at risk for developing IBD than others. Learn how your age, your ethnicity, and your geographic location can influence your risk of developing ulcerative colitis.

Toxic megacolon is a rare, but potentially lethal, complication of severe inflammatory bowel disease. Learn why this condition may occur and how it is treated.

While more common with Crohn's disease, bowel obstruction is still a potential complication with ulcerative colitis. Find out how you would know if you had an obstruction.

Family, friends, doctors, and even some people with IBD may think that mental illness causes IBD. Is it true?