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Colitis is an inflammation of the large intestine (colon). |
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Symptoms
Symptoms can include: Abdominal bloating; Abdominal pain; Bloody stools; Dehydration; Diarrhea; Increased intestinal ...
Causes
Colitis can have many different causes, including: Acute and chronic infections; Inflammatory disorders (ulcerative c...
Tests
The health care provider can diagnose colitis by inserting a flexible tube into the rectum (flexible sigmoidoscopy or...
Treatments
Treatment is directed at the cause of disease (infection, inflammation, lack of blood flow, or another cause. See the...
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if you have symptoms such as: Abdominal pain; Blood in the stool; Expanded (distended)...
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