Affected areas: Ulcerative proctitis affects only the rectum—the end part of the colon that connects to the anus. Ulcerative colitis can affect the entire colon, including the rectum.

But having ulcerative colitis doesn’t mean you’re going to get pyoderma gangrenosum. Fewer than 3% of people with an inflammatory bowel disease develop the skin condition.

The French biotech is developing a new drug approach in a disease market that’s projected to grow to $30 billion by 2030.

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 ...

Ulcerative colitis can also cause systemic or extraintestinal (outside the intestine) symptoms. These include fever, malnutrition, anemia, weight loss, arthritis, and more.

Ulcerative colitis (UC) is an ongoing condition that can cause inflammation and open sores, called ulcers, in the lining of your large intestines. It can start suddenly but usually begins slowly ...

Ulcerative colitis is not fatal but can lead to life-threatening complications if not managed properly. Symptoms can be unpredictable, from mild to severe and progression varies from person to person.

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 ...