Ulcerative Colitis
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Ulcerative colitis is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease that mainly affects the lining of the colon and rectum, with periods of activity and periods of calm.
Common symptoms:
- Diarrhea, sometimes with blood or mucus
- Abdominal pain or cramps
- Urgency to have a bowel movement and fatigue
When to see the doctor? In the case of persistent diarrhea, bleeding, or abdominal discomfort that does not ease, an evaluation is important to identify the cause and provide follow-up.
Which specialist treats it? The gastroenterologist is the one who usually studies and follows this condition; a colorectal surgeon, an internist, or an endoscopist may also be involved depending on the case. If you have these symptoms, consulting in time with one of these professionals helps maintain better control.
Data on 1,246 doctors who treat ulcerative colitis
Which specialist treats ulcerative colitis?
Ulcerative colitis is primarily treated by a gastroenterologist, with support from a proctologist for rectal and colon conditions; a general surgeon may get involved if surgery is needed. In children, a pediatric gastroenterologist is the right choice. You can book with a gastroenterologist near you.
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Doctors specialized in ulcerative colitis
Dr. Guillermo Mezquita Macias
Dr. Rafael Tejeda Castro
Dr. Tania Zertuche Maldonado
Dr. Arturo Orozco Gutierrez
Dr. Yonatan Ivan Rivera Aragon
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jennifer Pérez Mejia
Dr. Juan Carlos Bueno García
Dr. Daniela Julian Peral
Dr. José Joel Parada Jiménez
Dr. Saul Favela Aldaco
Dr. René Castrejon Morales
Dr. Raul Pedraza Grijalva
Dr. Manuel Carrasco Saldivar
Dr. Carlos Alfredo Albarran de Regil
Dr. Fernando Rafael Salinas Gonzalez
Dr. Pedro Gutierrez Lizardi
Dr. Germán Estanislao Velarde Magaña
Dr. Pedro Mario Gonzalez Martinez
Frequently asked questions
What is ulcerative colitis?
Ulcerative colitis is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease that mainly affects the lining of the colon and rectum, with periods of activity and periods of calm.
Which doctor treats ulcerative colitis?
Ulcerative colitis is primarily treated by a gastroenterologist, with support from a proctologist for rectal and colon conditions; a general surgeon may get involved if surgery is needed. In children, a pediatric gastroenterologist is the right choice. You can book with a gastroenterologist near you.