Having ulcerative colitis (UC) doesn’t have to hold you back: There are multiple medication options to choose from. The right treatment should help you have less or no symptoms. This is called clinical remission and help the lining of your colon to heal.
In this video, learn how to tell if your current UC treatment is working or if it's time to try a different option.
Dr. Gottlieb is a board-certified gastroenterologist and assistant professor at Mount Sinai Hospital.
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National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. (2020). Treatment for ulcerative colitis.
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. (n.d.) Ulcerative colitis.
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