colitis
colitis refers to inflammation of the inner lining of the colon and can be associated with diarrhea, abdominal pain, and blood in the stool. there are various types of colitis, categorized by cause, such as ulcerative colitis (part of ibd), infectious colitis, ischemic colitis, and microscopic colitis.
symptoms of colitis can include abdominal pain and cramping, diarrhea, an urgent need to defecate, and rectal pain. some forms of colitis, like ulcerative colitis, are chronic and can cause additional symptoms such as fatigue and weight loss.
diagnosis often involves a combination of stool tests, blood tests, colonoscopy, and imaging tests.
treatment varies depending on the type of colitis and may include dietary modifications, medications to reduce inflammation and manage symptoms, and in severe cases, surgery.
