Abdominal pain is often associated with period pains. The pain you feel in your abdomen may not necessarily be menstrual pains, but could be more serious than that.
Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a chronic inflammatory disease of the colon and digestive tract that affects the large intestine. Ulcers may develop on the surface of the intestine lining, causing bleeding and mucus. Fortunately,
spoke to gastroenterologist Dr Ian Marr about the ins and outs of ulcerative colitis.
Risk factors
Most people develop ulcerative colitis before the age of 30. Dr Marr says the disease affects all races, but is most common among white people. Men and women are equally affected.
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Treatment options
Ulcerative colitis can be managed through treatment, depending on the severity of the case. “
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Conditions associated with ulcerative colitis
- Anaemia – a red blood cell disorder caused by lack of iron.
- Blood clots – clumps of blood formed inside the body.
- Hepatitis – inflammation of the liver.
- Thin and weak bones.
- Mouth ulcers and skin conditions.
