If you have ulcerative colitis, a colonoscopy is an important tool for diagnosing and monitoring your condition. It's also the best way to screen for colon cancer, which is slightly more common in ...

Ulcerative colitis is the most common cause of proctitis, but it's not the only cause. You can get proctitis from a STD or other infection, medicine, radiation therapy, or bowel surgery.

The major risk with long-term ulcerative colitis is colorectal cancer; however, regular screening via colonoscopy can help reduce the risk. According to the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of Canada ...

Scientists have identified a gene that can help doctors predict which patients are likely to develop severe ulcerative colitis. The breakthrough, made by Danish researchers, means that for the ...

Over the years, Chloe Melas grappled with ulcerative colitis ruining big moments. Thanks to better medical management and lifestyle changes, she finally has fewer symptoms. At 23, Chloe Melas was ...

Ulcerative colitis is one of the most common inflammatory bowel diseases. The Crohn's & Colitis Foundation estimates one in every 100 Americans will be diagnosed with the disorder or Crohn's ...

Here’s some expert advice if you think you might also have bowel issues Camilla Foster Tuesday 10 June 2025 12:44 BST Chloe Meadows suffers from ulcerative colitis, a condition of the bowel (Getty) ...