Meaning of the word "ulcerative colitis" in English
What does "ulcerative colitis" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
ulcerative colitis
US /ˌʌlsərətɪv kəˈlaɪtɪs/
UK /ˈʌl.sər.ə.tɪv kəˈlaɪ.tɪs/
Noun
a chronic inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that causes inflammation and ulcers (sores) in the digestive tract, primarily affecting the innermost lining of the large intestine (colon) and rectum
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She was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis after experiencing persistent abdominal pain and bloody stools.
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Managing ulcerative colitis often involves medication, dietary changes, and sometimes surgery.
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