What is colitis?

Answer by  Rachel84 (21)

Colitis is inflammation of the large intestine, so it can affect the colon, rectum, and cesum. Sometimes, it is caused by an auto immune disorder, and sometimes it can be caused by other things, like an infection. Colitis can also lead to Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). If you have symptoms, the best thing to do is see a Gastroenterologist.

Answer by  mg (219)

Colitis is a general term meaning inflammation of the colon, or large intestine. There are many forms, including ischemic (poor blood flow), infectious, and ulcerative. The term "colitis" by itself usually refers to ulcerative colitis, a condition that includes diarrhea which is often bloody, and abdominal pain. Ulcerative colitis is relapsing and remitting, meaning it comes and goes.

Answer by  cindy (1484)

Colitis is a general term that refers to inflammation in the large colon. The cause of inflammation is not indicated by this term and there are several possible etiologies. For example, ischemic colitis is inflammation secondary to decreased blood flow. The decreased blood flow itself also has multiple possible causes.

Answer by  EmmaKitty (236)

Colitis is inflammation of the colon (large intestine). There are numerous causes of colitis, including parasitic, viral, or bacterial infection, autoimmune disease, harsh chemicals, etc. Colitis frequently results in diarrhea & abdominal pain. Dehydration can occur as a result of excessive diarrhea. Severe colitis can be fatal.