Ulcerative Colitis
- Large intestine (colon) is typically the only affected site
- Inflammation is continuous throughout affected areas
- Pain is common in the lower left part of the abdomen
- Colon wall is thinner and shows continuous inflammation
- Mucus lining of large intestine may have ulcers, but they do not extend beyond the inner lining
- Bleeding from the rectum during bowel movement
Crohns Disease
- LocationInflammation may occur anywhere along the digestive
- Inflammation may occur in patches
- PainPain is commonly experienced in the lower right
- Colon wall may be thickened and may have a rocky appearance
- Ulcers along the digestive track are deep and may extend into all layers of the bowel wall
- Bleeding from the rectum during bowel movements is not common
Symptoms of Crohn’s Disease
- Abdominal pain, cramping or swelling
- Anemia
- Fever
- Gastrointestinal bleeding
- Joint pain
- Malabsorption
- Persistent or recurrent diarrhea
- Stomach ulcers
- Vomiting
- Weight loss
Symptoms of Ulcerative Colitis
- Abdominal pain or discomfort
- Anemia caused by severe bleeding
- Bloody diarrhea
- Dehydration
- Fatigue
- Fever
- Joint pain
- Loss of appetite
- Malabsorption
- Rectal bleeding
- Urgent bowel movements
- Weight loss