101. Welcome To The ACCAQ Established for people who have either Crohn's Disease or ulcerative colitis, their relatives and friends, and for those with an interest in inflammatory bowel disease, IBD. http://www.accaq.org.au/

FAQ Research Clinical Trials Features ... Donations Home Sitemap Search Contact Welcome The ACCAQ is registered in the Australian Business Register with the Australian Business Number (ABN): 49 716 204 664. The ACCAQ is conducting a research appeal http://ourcommunity.com.au/crohnsqld Recommended Reading: Caramal Publishing Inc. Canada Purchase Purchase

102. Colitis: Online Reference For Health Concerns ulcerative colitis is a chronic disease in which the large intestine becomes Unlike Crohn s disease, ulcerative colitis usually doesn t affect the full http://www.lef.org/protocols/prtcl-114.shtml

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103. Inflammatory Bowel Disease Familydoctor.org ulcerative colitis usually causes ulcers in the lower part of the large Because Crohn s disease and ulcerative colitis keep coming back and their http://familydoctor.org/252.xml

Advanced Search familydoctor.org Home Conditions A to Z Digestive Disorders Inflammatory Bowel Disease What is inflammatory bowel disease? What causes inflammatory bowel disease? How is inflammatory bowel disease diagnosed? How is inflammatory bowel disease treated? ... How can I get more information? Inflammatory Bowel Disease Printer-friendly version Email this article What is inflammatory bowel disease? Inflammatory bowel disease is the name of a group of disorders that cause the intestines to become inflamed (red and swollen). The inflammation lasts a long time and usually comes back over and over again. More than 600,000 Americans have some kind of inflammatory bowel disease every year. If you have inflammatory bowel disease, you may have abdominal cramps and pain, diarrhea, weight loss and bleeding from your intestines. Two kinds of inflammatory bowel disease are Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. Crohn's disease usually causes ulcers (open sores) along the length of the small and large intestines. Crohn's disease either spares the rectum, or causes inflammation or infection with drainage around the rectum. Ulcerative colitis usually causes ulcers in the lower part of the large intestine, often starting at the rectum. Return to top What causes inflammatory bowel disease?

104. AFA - ASSOCIATION FRANCOIS AUPETIT (Crohn's Disease And Ulcerative Colitis) The French medical research association to find the cure for inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis), to inform and help patients and their families. http://afa.asso.fr/accueilA.htm

Site Map Late news The afa is the French not-for-profit medical research A ssociation founded by Janine Aupetit to find the cure for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) by raising funds for medical research and by promoting it. In parallel, education is a major part of its mission and the afa provides relevant information on IBD through various publications , regional events and conferences in France. Our site is, therefore, primarily for French speaking people although we are willing to make every effort to serve patients living in France but speaking foreign languages only. Here, you can find out how to register as member of afa , how to get in touch with us and what's going on in your regional area. In addition potential sponsors and medical researcher will find here pertinent information. with afa support! 05/21: Pinpointing of a gene of susceptibility to Crohn's disease, by Pr G. Thomas and a European team: Nature Science Update Association of Nod2 leucine-rich repeat variant with susceptibility to Crohn's disease Any question, drop us a line to:

105. BCIR - For Brooke Ileostomies, Ulcerative Colitis, FAP, Failed Kock And J-Pouche An appliancefree continent ileostomy for those with unresponsive bowel disease such as ulcerative colitis, FAP or unsatisfactory Brooke ileostomies, malfunctioning Kock pouches and failed J-pouches. http://www.bcirostomy.com

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106. Ulcerative Colitis ulcerative colitis is a , episodic, inflammatory disease of the large intestineand rectum characterized by bloody . http://www.healthscout.com/ency/1/000250.html

Search HealthScout Web MEDLINE Special Offers TV Specials Chronic Pain Erectile Dysfunction GERD Diabetes ... High Tech Health Top Features Bipolar Disorder Resources Sleep Skin Cancer Migraines ... Diabetes Health Organizer Resources Healthscout News 3D Health Animations Health Videos Health Encyclopedia ... Drug Library Drug Information Drug Search Drug Interactions Image Database Pill Identifier Channels Home Today Women Men ... Drug Checker Medical Health Encyclopedia Ulcerative colitis Injury Disease Nutrition Poison ... Prevention Ulcerative colitis Definition: Ulcerative colitis is a chronic , episodic, inflammatory disease of the large intestine and rectum characterized by bloody diarrhea Causes, incidence, and risk factors: The cause is of ulcerative colitis is unknown. It may affect any age group, although there are peaks at ages 15 to 30 and then again at ages 50 to 70. The disease usually begins in the rectal area and may eventually extend through the entire large intestine. Repeated episodes of inflammation lead to thickening of the wall of the intestine and rectum with scar tissue. Death of colon tissue or sepsis may occur with severe disease.

107. Crohns-Sanity.Org Active support forum for Crohn's, IBD, IBS and ulcerative colitis. http://crohns-sanity.org/

Site Links Home About me Support Crohn's Stories Poems ... Contact me Organizations CCFC (Canada) CCSG (New Zealand) CCFA (USA) Special Link Special Gift Forum Team rebelsgirl-Kimi Pcblt-Bonnie Gram- Pat FORUM or Forums Sunshine's Forum Crohn's Zone Caz's Message Board Healingwell Board ... Colitis Foundation Websites Growing Up IBD IBD Sucks! Carer's of Crohn's IBD Humor ... Oldtimers Pages Crohn's Humor and Support This website was created originally in 1998. I've changed things around alot since I first started it. The purpose of the site is to help others who have found themselves with Crohn's, Colitis, IBD, and/or IBS. This website is NOT meant for medical purposes. It's meant only for information to help you become a more informed patient. The more information you have, the better off you will be in the long run. We also have a support group. I believe it's one of the best on the net. The support forum was originally founded in 1998. We originated on Yahoo Clubs, then moved to Delphi and then to MSN. We now have our own domain with a new forum! You will probably notice I have said this is a HUMOR and SUPPORT site. You have to have humor mixed in to get thru a day with Crohn's. It's a very important part of life, or I believe so anyway. You'll find throughout the pages and especially in the forum bits of humor here and there. Please don't be put off by it. When you've had a disease like this for awhile, you have to learn to look at the humorous side of life with Crohns.

108. Ulcerative Colitis - Patient UK ulcerative colitis is a disease where inflammation develops in the large intestine.The most common symptom when the disease flaresup is bloody diarrhoea. http://www.patient.co.uk/showdoc/23068968/

Ulcerative Colitis Ulcerative colitis is a disease where inflammation develops in the large intestine. The most common symptom when the disease flares-up is bloody diarrhoea. You can usually prevent symptoms from flaring up by taking medication each day. When a flare-up does occur, treatment can usually ease symptoms. Surgery to remove the large intestine is needed in some cases. What is ulcerative colitis (UC)? Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a disease of the large intestine (the colon and rectum). Colitis means 'inflammation of the colon'. Ulcerative means that ulcers tend to develop. An ulcer is a raw area on the lining of the intestine which may bleed. The inflammation and ulcers in the large intestine cause the common symptoms of diarrhoea, and passing blood and mucus. Understanding the gut The gut (gastrointestinal tract) is the long tube that starts at the mouth and ends at the anus. Food passes down the oesophagus (gullet), into the stomach, then into the small intestine. The small intestine has three sections - the duodenum, jejunum and ileum. The small intestine is where food is digested and absorbed into the bloodstream. The structure of the gut then changes to become the large intestine (colon and rectum). The colon absorbs water, and contains food that has not been digested, such as fibre. This is passed into the last part of the large intestine, the rectum, where it is stored as faeces. Faeces (motions or stools) are then passed out into the toilet.

109. Ulcerative Colitis ulcerative colitis is a disease that causes inflammation (painful swelling) andsores (ulcers) in the top layers of the lining of the large intestine. http://www.csmc.edu/5335.html

Home Medical Dictionary Contact Us About Us ... Ulcerative Colitis Ulcerative Colitis Ulcerative colitis is a disease that causes inflammation (painful swelling) and sores (ulcers) in the top layers of the lining of the large intestine. The inflammation usually occurs in the rectum and lower part of the colon (large intestine), although it may affect the entire organ. Ulcerative colitis may also be called colitis, ileitis or proctitis. This disease is often difficult to diagnose because symptoms are very similar to inflammatory bowel disease and Crohn's disease. Ulcerative Colitis Symptoms About half of all patients have mild symptoms, including: Abdominal pain and bloody diarrhea (most common symptoms) Fatigue Weight loss Loss of appetite Rectal bleeding Loss of body fluids and nutrients Other medical problems that crop up as a result of ulcerative colitis include arthritis, eye inflammation, liver disease, osteoporosis (loss of bone mass), skin rashes, anemia and kidney stones. These conditions are usually mild and go away when the colitis is treated. Causes and Risk Factors Affecting men and women equally, ulcerative colitis most often occurs in people 15 to 40 years of age. As with other

110. Ulcerative Colitis Treatment At Mayo Clinic Find ulcerative colitis treatment for ulcers by colitis and proctitis from MayoClinic at mayoclinic.org. http://www.mayoclinic.org/ulcerative-colitis/

Home About Mayo Clinic Jobs Contact Us Mayo Clinic Locations: Arizona Florida Minnesota Mayo Clinic ... Medical Services Ulcerative Colitis Ulcerative Colitis Overview Symptoms Complications Diet and Stress ... Medical Services Treatment of Ulcerative Colitis at Mayo Clinic (Synonyms: colitis, proctitis) Each year more than 2,000 patients seek treatment at Mayo Clinic for their ulcerative colitis. Patients are treated by a team of specialists gastroenterologists, colorectal surgeons and pathologists and have access to the latest therapies and leading experts and researchers on inflammatory bowel disease. This means an optimal treatment of flare-ups for better quality of life and longer remissions. In many cases, patients are diagnosed and treatment begins in three to four days. Surgery is necessary in some cases and can completely cure the condition. Mayo surgeons are at the forefront of minimally invasive surgery. Mayo maintains a database of information on more than 2,300 patients to help assess the effectiveness of treatments. Diagnosis Mayo offers the latest screening and diagnostic services for ulcerative colitis. Diagnostic tools include laboratory and radiology tests and endoscopic procedures. Physicians work together to rule out other diseases such as Crohn's disease, diverticulitis and colorectal cancer. A correct diagnosis is essential for effective treatment.

111. Asacol - Ulcerative Colitis, Remission Asacol, available only by prescription from your doctor, is the only sulfafreemedication indicated for mild to moderate flare-ups of ulcerative colitis, http://www.pgpharma.com/consumer_asacol.shtml

United States Pharmaceuticals: US Products Consumers: Make a Selection Health Care Professionals: Make a Selection Cincinnati, OH, Bridgewater, NJ, (August 15, 2005) Actonel with Calcium (risedronate sodium tablets with calcium carbonate tablets, USP), a product that provides the fracture protection of Actonel tablets conveniently packaged with calcium tablets. More: Asacol (mesalamine) Delayed-Release Tablets Asacol, available only by prescription from your doctor, is the only sulfa-free medication indicated for: mild to moderate flare-ups of ulcerative colitis maintenance of remission For more information on Asacol, please click here http://www.living-better.com Asacol is Proven to Treat Flare-ups Asacol is proven to treat mild to moderate flare-ups of ulcerative colitis. In a six-week clinical study of flare-ups, Asacol reduced ulcerative colitis symptoms, including number of bowel movements and rectal bleeding, when measured after three weeks of therapy. Asacol is Proven to Extend Time in Remission Asacol is proven to maintain remission. In a six-month study, Asacol extended patients' time in remission when taken continuously at the maintenance dose, as compared to placebo (sugar pill).

112. Ulcerative Colitis Can Be Treated With Fish Oil, Soluble Fiber And Antioxidants ulcerative colitis is a disease in which the large intestine is inflamed andulcerated, Though ulcerative colitis can be effectively controlled with http://www.newstarget.com/006823.html

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113. Ulcerative Colitis 556.9 ulcerative colitis, unspecified SEE ALSO. Crohn s disease Diarrhea, acute Crohn s Disease/ulcerative colitis /Inflammatory Bowel Disease Pages http://www.5mcc.com/Assets/SUMMARY/TP0965.html

Ulcerative colitis DESCRIPTION: One of a group of inflammatory bowel diseases of unknown etiology characterized by intermittent bouts of inflammation of all or portions of the colon. Manifested by recurrences of rectal bleeding and various constitutional symptoms. System(s) affected: Gastrointestinal Genetics: Family aggregates common, positive family history in 8-11%. More likely vertical than horizontal. More common in Jews. Incidence/Prevalence in USA: 70-150 per 100,000. Incidence 6-8 new cases per 100,000 population. Predominant age: Between ages of 15 and 35 years. There is a second and smaller peak in the 7th decade. Predominant sex: Male = Female CAUSES: Unknown (genetic, infectious, immunologic, and psychological factors have all been suggested) Synonyms: Idiopathic proctocolitis ICD-9-CM: 556.9 Ulcerative colitis, unspecified SEE ALSO: Crohn's disease Diarrhea, acute Diarrhea, chronic Intestinal parasites REFERENCES: Isselbacher KJ, et al, eds: Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine. 13th Ed. New York, McGraw-Hill, 1994 Farmer RG: Inflammatory Bowel Disease. Medical Clinics Issue, Volume 74/number 1. Philadelphia, W.B. Saunders Co., January 1990

114. InteliHealth: Ulcerative Colitis InteliHealth Featuring Harvard Medical School s consumer health information.For more than 550 diseases and conditions, learn What Is It?, Symptoms, http://www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/WSIHW000/9339/9516.html

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115. Gastrointestinal Pathology This gross appearance is characteristic for ulcerative colitis. Inflammationwith ulcerative colitis tends to be continuous along the mucosal surface http://www-medlib.med.utah.edu/WebPath/GIHTML/GI071.html

This gross appearance is characteristic for ulcerative colitis. The most intense inflammation begins at the lower right in the sigmoid colon and extends upward and around to the ascending colon. At the lower left is the ileocecal valve with a portion of terminal ileum that is not involved. Inflammation with ulcerative colitis tends to be continuous along the mucosal surface and tends to begin in the rectum. The mucosa becomes eroded, as in this photograph, which shows only remaining islands of mucosa called "pseudopolyps".

116. IBD Crohn s disease and ulcerative colitis are the best known forms of IBD, ulcerative colitis (UC) involves the colon as a diffuse mucosal disease with http://www-medlib.med.utah.edu/WebPath/TUTORIAL/IBD/IBD.html

Inflammatory Bowel Diseases Return to the tutorial menu. The images below have file sizes ranging from 50 to 250k. Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) can involve either or both the small and large bowel. Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis are the best known forms of IBD, and both fall into the category of "idiopathic" inflammatory bowel disease because the etiology for them is unknown. Pathologic findings are generally not specific, although they may suggest a particular form of IBD. "Active" IBD is characterized by acute inflammation. "Chronic" IBD is characterized by architectural changes of crypt distortion and scarring. Crypt abscesses (active IBD consisting of neutrophils in crypt lumens) can occur in many forms of IBD, not just ulcerative colitis. Ulcerative Colitis Ulcerative colitis (UC) involves the colon as a diffuse mucosal disease with distal predominance. The rectum is virtually always involved, and additional portions of colon may be involved extending proximally from the rectum in a continuous pattern. The etiology for UC is unknown. UC is more common in persons of Caucasian race, in women, and in young persons (peak incidence at ages 20 - 25 years). Clinical findings can include diarrhea, but the amount of diarrheal stool is not great, and is often accompanied by tenesmus. Patients with prolonged UC are at increased risk for developing colon cancer. Colonic biopsy can be used to detect dysplasia, a neoplastic change in the mucosa which implies an increased probability of malignancy. Patients with UC are also at risk for development of liver diseases including sclerosing cholangitis and bile duct carcinoma.

117. Management Of Ulcerative Colitis. The goal of the medical treatment of ulcerative colitis is to induce clinical It is difficult to predict which patients with ulcerative colitis will http://www.guideline.gov/summary/summary.aspx?ss=15&doc_id=2967&nbr=2193

118. FOXNews.com - Health - 'Good' Bacteria May Ease Ulcerative Colitis ulcerative colitis is an inflammatory bowel disorder that affects the large intestine Patients remained on their other ulcerative colitis treatments. http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,163843,00.html

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119. Adult Health Advisor 2004.2: Ulcerative Colitis ulcerative colitis is an inflammation in the lining of the large intestine (colon)and Three medicines are commonly used to treat ulcerative colitis http://www.med.umich.edu/1libr/aha/aha_ulcercol_crs.htm

Adult Health Topics All Health Topics Find a UMHS Doctor Search Adult Topics Search All Topics This information is approved and/or reviewed by U-M Health System providers but it is not a tool for self-diagnosis or a substitute for medical treatment. You should speak to your physician or make an appointment to be seen if you have questions or concerns about this information or your medical condition. Index Spanish version Illustration Ulcerative Colitis What is ulcerative colitis? Ulcerative colitis is an inflammation in the lining of the large intestine (colon) and rectum. How does it occur? The cause of ulcerative colitis is not known. Sometimes the disease worsens with stress, but stress is not the cause. What are the symptoms? The symptoms usually come and go. Flare-ups of symptoms alternate with times when you have no symptoms (remissions). Symptoms include: diarrhea, usually with blood or mucus crampy pain in your lower abdomen dehydration fever weight loss fatigue. How is it diagnosed? Your health care provider will ask about your symptoms and examine you. You may have blood tests to check for anemia and inflammation.

120. Ulcerative Colitis CHC Wausau Hospital s Medical Library and Patient Education Center providesresearch services and healthcare information to physicians, http://www.chclibrary.org/micromed/00069510.html

Main Search Index Definition Description Causes ... Resources Ulcerative colitis Definition Ulcerative colitis is a form of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). It causes swelling, ulcerations, and loss of function of the large intestine. Description The primary problem in IBD is inflammation, as the name suggests. Inflammation is a process that often occurs in order to fight off foreign invaders in the body, including viruses, bacteria, and fungi. In response to such organisms, the body's immune system begins to produce a variety of cells and chemicals intended to stop the invasion. These immune cells and chemicals, however, also have direct effects on the body's tissues, resulting in heat, redness, swelling, and loss of function. No one knows what starts the cycle of inflammation in IBD, but the result is a swollen, boggy intestine. In ulcerative colitis, the inflammation affects the lining of the rectum and large intestine. It is thought that the inflammation begins in the last segment of large intestine, which empties into the rectum (sigmoid colon). This inflammation may spread through the entire large intestine, but only rarely affects the very last section of the small intestine (ileum). The rest of the small intestine remains normal. Ulcerative colitis differs from Crohn's disease , which is a form of IBD that affects both the small and large intestines. The inflammation of ulcerative colitis occurs only in the lining of the intestine (unlike Crohn's disease which affects all of the layers of the intestinal wall). As the inflammation continues, the tissue of the intestine begins to slough off, leaving pits (ulcerations) which often become infected.

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