What is Ulcerative Colitis?

Ulcerative colitis is a chronic disease of the large intestine, in which the lining of the colon becomes inflamed and develops tiny open sores, or ulcers. This condition is the result of your immune system’s overactive response.


A chronic disease diagnosis can be scary, but learning all you can about your illness and how to manage your symptoms will put you on the path to better health and wellness. We can help you with information and resources to get you feeling better physically and emotionally.

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Newly diagnosed? Watch "Ulcerative Colitis 101"

Our latest video, "Ulcerative Colitis 101," teaches you the basics on managing your ulcerative colitis and is packed with tips.

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Parent or guardian of a child with ulcerative colitis?

Explore resources for parents and caregivers. Good for kids of all ages, from toddler to young adult!

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Ulcerative Colitis Resources

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Living with Ulcerative Colitis...

A brochure to help patients and their caregivers learn about how to manage ulcerative colitis.

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General Healthcare Maintenance...

A fact sheet on how overall wellness and screening can supplement your IBD care.

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Crohn’s Disease & Ulcerative Colitis: A Guide for Parents...

A brochure to help parents understand how your child can learn to live with IBD.

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IBD Factbook...

A factbook covering the basics of IBD and how patients can manage their disease.