The full form of UC disease is Ulcerative Colitis.
Ulcerative Colitis (UC) is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that causes inflammation and ulcers (sores) in the innermost lining of the large intestine (colon) and rectum. It is characterized by persistent diarrhea, abdominal pain, and rectal bleeding. Understanding the full form of UC disease, Ulcerative Colitis, is crucial for clear communication and accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
Symptoms of Ulcerative Colitis can vary in severity and may include:
- Diarrhea, often with blood or pus
- Abdominal pain and cramping
- Rectal pain
- Rectal bleeding — passing small amount of blood with stool
- Urgency to defecate
- Inability to defecate despite urgency
- Weight loss
- Fatigue
While there is no known cure for ulcerative colitis, various treatments can help manage the symptoms and induce remission. These may include medications such as aminosalicylates, corticosteroids, immunomodulators, and biologics, as well as lifestyle changes and, in some cases, surgery.
