Category
Flares & Emergencies
Managing acute symptoms and urgent situations
C. diff vs UC Flare: Why They Look Identical + When to Demand Testing
C. diff vs UC flare symptoms can look identical. Learn when to request PCR, toxin or GDH stool testing and which warning signs need urgent care.
UC Flare Action Plan: What to Do in the First 24–72 Hours
What to do during a UC flare: Use this 24-72-hour checklist to track symptoms, stay hydrated, contact your GI team and spot urgent warning signs.
Toxic Megacolon: UC Emergency Warning Signs (Plain English)
Toxic megacolon warning signs in UC include worsening belly swelling, pain, fever and a fast heart rate. Learn when to seek emergency care.
When to Go to the ER for a UC Flare (Red Flags + What They’ll Check)
When to go to the ER for a UC flare: spot red flags like severe bleeding, dehydration, fever and belly swelling, plus learn what tests to expect.
Crohn’s Flare Action Plan: What to Do in the First 24–72 Hours
Crohn’s flare: what to do in the first 24 to 72 hours. Track symptoms, prevent dehydration, contact your GI team, and spot urgent warning signs.
Flares: What to Do Right Now
What to do during an IBD flare: hydrate, manage medicines safely, track symptoms for 24 to 48 hours, and use clear red flags to decide when to seek care.