Video describing ulcerative colitis, including causes, symptoms and treatments.
Ulcerative colitis is a type of inflammatory bowel disease that causes swelling and ulcers in the innermost lining of the large intestine (colon). Learn more about its causes, symptoms and treatments.
(You and IBD, 2012)
Ulcerative colitis treatment
Dr. Edward Loftus explains different medications used to treat ulcerative colitis and surgery for patients with ulcerative colitis. Dr. Loftus also talks about clinical trials for patients with ulcerative colitis and what patients living with ulcerative colitis can expect in the future. Note different treatments may be available in NZ or Australia compared to the USA.
(Mayo Clinic, 2009)