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UC articles and guides
Plain-English information about ulcerative colitis — written for patients and caregivers. Browse all topics below or take the free care options check to get personalized guidance.
May 18, 2026
Prednisone for Ulcerative Colitis: Patient Guide
Learn how prednisone is used for UC flares, how long to take it, common side effects, and what to do when it stops working.
Read article →May 18, 2026
UC Surgery and Colectomy: What Patients Need to Know
Learn when surgery is recommended for ulcerative colitis, what a colectomy involves, types of surgery, recovery, and questions to ask your surgeon.
Read article →May 18, 2026
UC Fatigue: Why It Happens and How to Manage It
Fatigue is one of the most common and disabling UC symptoms. Learn why UC causes fatigue, how to manage it, and when to talk to your doctor.
Read article →May 18, 2026
UC and Mental Health: Anxiety, Depression, and IBD
Anxiety and depression are common in UC patients. Learn why UC affects mental health, how to cope, and when to seek support.
Read article →May 18, 2026
Ulcerative Colitis and Pregnancy: What You Need to Know
Learn how UC affects pregnancy, which medications are safe, how to manage flares during pregnancy, and how to plan for a healthy outcome.
Read article →May 18, 2026
Upadacitinib (Rinvoq) for Ulcerative Colitis Guide
Learn how upadacitinib (Rinvoq) works for UC, what to expect, side effects, and how it compares to biologics.
Read article →May 18, 2026
Vedolizumab (Entyvio) for Ulcerative Colitis Guide
Learn how vedolizumab (Entyvio) works for UC, what to expect during treatment, side effects, and how it compares to other biologics.
Read article →May 14, 2026
Ulcerative Colitis Remission: Symptoms and Duration
Remission is the main goal of UC treatment. Learn what remission means, the different types, how long it lasts, and what causes flares to return.
Read article →Mar 15, 2026
What to Eat During a UC Flare: Safe and Trigger Foods
Learn exactly what to eat during a UC flare and which foods to avoid. A complete colitis flare up diet guide with safe foods, trigger foods, and meal tips.
Read article →Dec 18, 2025
Ulcerative Colitis Treatment Options Explained
Explore the main UC treatment categories — aminosalicylates, steroids, biologics, and JAK inhibitors — and what questions to ask your GI doctor about each.
Read article →Nov 4, 2025
Mesalamine Not Working for UC? Here's What to Know
If mesalamine or 5-ASA medications aren't controlling your UC symptoms, there may be other options. Learn what to discuss with your GI doctor.
Read article →Sep 20, 2025
Crohn's Disease vs Ulcerative Colitis: Key Differences
Crohn's and UC are both forms of IBD but affect the digestive tract differently. Learn the key differences and what they mean for diagnosis and treatment.
Read article →Aug 12, 2025
Ulcerative Colitis Diet: Foods to Eat and Avoid
Discover which foods to avoid with ulcerative colitis, the best foods to eat, and a complete UC food list to help manage symptoms. Free diet guide for UC patients.
Read article →Jul 8, 2025
JAK Inhibitors for Ulcerative Colitis: Patient Guide
JAK inhibitors are oral medications for moderate-to-severe UC. Learn how they differ from biologics and what questions to raise with your GI doctor.
Read article →Jun 15, 2025
Biologics for Ulcerative Colitis: A Plain-English Guide
Biologics target the immune system to reduce UC inflammation. Learn how they work, common examples, and what to ask your GI doctor before starting one.
Read article →Jun 2, 2025
Blood in Stool With Ulcerative Colitis: Causes
Blood in stool is one of the most common ulcerative colitis symptoms. Learn what causes rectal bleeding in UC, how to assess severity, and when to seek medical care.
Read article →May 18, 2025
Ulcerative Colitis Flare-Up: Triggers and What to Do
A UC flare is when symptoms return or worsen. Learn common ulcerative colitis flare triggers, warning signs, and what questions to bring to your GI doctor.
Read article →May 10, 2025
Ulcerative Colitis Symptoms: What They Are and When to Act
Learn the most common ulcerative colitis symptoms — including bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping, and fatigue — and when to contact your doctor.
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