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Ulcerative Colitis

Ulcerative colitis is a disease that causes inflammation and sores, called ulcers, in the top layers of the lining of the large intestine.
Ulcerative Proctitis
There is a 10% to 20% chance that ulcerative proctitis could spread and become ulcerative colitis.
Does Stress Cause IBD?
What role does stress play in the development of inflammatory bowel disease? Could these diseases be partially psychosomatic ("in your head")? The answer may surprise you.
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