Condition
Ulcerative Colitis
Clear, practical articles to help you understand Ulcerative Colitis symptoms, medications, flares, nutrition, and everyday disease management. Browse our articles below.
Fecal Calprotectin: Normal Range + What High Levels Can Mean for UC
Fecal calprotectin normal range varies by lab. Compare common UC cutoffs of <50, 50-120 and >120 µg/g, and learn what high results can mean.
Ulcerative Colitis vs IBS: How to Tell the Difference + Which Tests Matter
Ulcerative colitis vs IBS: compare symptoms, alarm signs, fecal calprotectin, stool tests and colonoscopy so you know when to see a GI.
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.
Tobacco & IBD: Why Quitting Matters
Smoking and IBD: compare the effects on Crohn’s and ulcerative colitis, then explore nicotine replacement, medicines and support to help you quit.
Pouchitis & Cuffitis
Pouchitis vs cuffitis: compare symptoms, how pouchoscopy distinguishes them, and treatments such as 10-14 days of antibiotics or topical mesalamine.
When Is Surgery the Right Choice?
When is surgery right for IBD? Compare Crohn’s and ulcerative colitis triggers, from severe attacks to strictures, fistulas and dysplasia. Plan next steps.
IL-12/23 and IL-23 Inhibitors for IBD: Stelara, Skyrizi, Omvoh, Tremfya
IL-23 inhibitors for IBD compared: learn how Stelara, Skyrizi, Omvoh and Tremfya differ by p40 vs p19 targets, dosing, trial results and safety.
Anti-TNF Biologics for IBD: How the TNF Blockers Work
Anti-TNF biologics for IBD explained: learn how TNF blockers work and compare 4 drugs, dosing schedules, approved uses, safety risks and screening.
Corticosteroids
Corticosteroids for IBD: compare prednisone and budesonide, 8 to 12-week courses, tapering and side effects. Learn when to change treatment.
Aminosalicylates (5-ASA)
5-ASA medicines for ulcerative colitis: learn how mesalamine works, its 2 to 4 week improvement timeline, side effects and kidney monitoring.
Treat-to-Target in Practice
Treat-to-target in IBD uses shared goals, biomarkers and scopes to guide care. Learn the 2-3 month checks, 6-12 month targets and next steps.
Pouchitis & Other Pouch Disorders
Pouchitis symptoms and treatment: learn how pouchoscopy distinguishes cuffitis, Crohn’s-like disease and other J-pouch problems, and compare care options.