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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.
Mar 15, 2026
What to Eat During a UC Flare: Foods That May Help and Hurt
During an ulcerative colitis flare, certain foods are easier to tolerate than others. Get plain-English guidance on what to eat and avoid during a UC flare.
Read article →Dec 18, 2025
Ulcerative Colitis Treatment Options: From Mesalamine to Biologics
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: What to Eat and What to Avoid
There is no single UC diet, but certain foods can trigger symptoms. Learn about eating with UC, flare foods, and how to track your triggers.
Read article →Jul 8, 2025
JAK Inhibitors for Ulcerative Colitis: What Patients Should Know
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 and Next Steps
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: What It Is, 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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