La colitis ulcerosa es una enfermedad inflamatoria intestinal (EII) que causa inflamación y úlceras (llagas) en el intestino grueso (colon) y el recto. Doloroso y debilitante, no existe cura, pero es posible una remisión a largo plazo y una reducción de los síntomas con tratamiento.
Departments and Programs Who Treat This Condition
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Gastroenterology
A department providing GI medicine care, including diagnosis and treatment for digestive conditions such as reflux, IBD, and liver and pancreatic disease, and support to manage sy…
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Colon and Rectal Surgery
BMC’s colorectal surgeons offer cutting-edge surgical treatments for conditions that affect the colon, rectum, and anus, in coordinating with other specialists.
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Crohn’s and Colitis Program
A program within the Department of Gastroenterology providing diagnosis and treatment for Crohn’s disease and colitis, including care to manage inflammation, digestive symptoms, a…