What is Ulcerative Colitis?

Ulcerative Colitis is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease that causes inflammation and ulcers in the lining of the colon and rectum. It typically presents with symptoms like abdominal pain, diarrhea, and rectal bleeding, and it affects about 1 in 500 people globally. While there is no cure, treatments such as 5-ASA medications, biologics, JAK inhibitors, and surgery for refractory cases can effectively manage the condition.