Category
Flares & Emergencies
Managing acute symptoms and urgent situations
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.