What is another word for ulcerative colitis?
Pronunciation: [ˈʌlsəɹətˌɪv kəlˈa͡ɪtɪs] (IPA) 
Ulcerative colitis is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease that affects the lining of the large intestine and rectum, causing ulcers and inflammation. There are several synonyms for the condition, including inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), chronic ulcerative colitis, and colitis ulcerosa. Other related terms include Crohn's disease, which also falls under the IBD umbrella, and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), which shares some symptoms with ulcerative colitis but is a different condition. Regardless of the term used, diagnosis typically involves a combination of imaging tests, blood work, and a colonoscopy to assess the extent and severity of the inflammation. Treatment may include medication and lifestyle changes, and in severe cases, surgery may be necessary.
