Ulcerative Colitis (UC) is an inflammatory condition of the colon (large intestine). The colon becomes inflamed developing swelling and ulcers. Individuals with chronic ulcerative colitis have a higher risk of developing colon cancer. UC can be mild in its early stage and develop rapidly into a more severe condition. There are periods between flare-ups where there are no symptoms at all.
Symptoms of ulcerative colitis can be:
Ulcerative colitis involves strong autoimmune factors. Autoimmunity is when the immune system malfunctions and attacks the tissues of your body. Infections in the gut from parasites, bacteria and yeasts are commonly associated with triggering an autoimmune response, and these infections must be resolved to restore healthy immune function and reduce gut inflammation.
