Ulcerative Colitis
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Ulcerative colitis is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease that affects the lining of the colon and rectum, with periods of activity and of calm.
Common symptoms:
- diarrhea, sometimes with blood or mucus
- abdominal pain or cramping
- urgency to have a bowel movement and fatigue
When to see a doctor? With persistent diarrhea, bleeding in bowel movements, or digestive discomfort that does not let up.
Which specialist treats it? The gastroenterologist is the central professional in its evaluation, with support from the endoscopist to study the intestine and from the general surgeon in selected cases; in children, the pediatric gastroenterologist and the pediatrician take part. If digestive symptoms persist, seeking professional guidance helps to understand their cause.
Data on 282 doctors who treat ulcerative colitis
Which specialist treats ulcerative colitis?
Ulcerative colitis is treated by a gastroenterologist, with support from an endoscopist for diagnostic studies and, in severe cases, a general surgeon. If you have bloody diarrhea, abdominal pain, and urgency to have a bowel movement, see this specialist. You can find gastroenterologists near you through our directory.
Treatment by city
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. Pedro Tiburcio Cortes Gonzalez
Dr. Carlos Alfredo Albarran de Regil
Dr. Fernando Rafael Salinas Gonzalez
Dr. Pedro Gutierrez Lizardi
Dr. Germán Estanislao Velarde Magaña
Frequently asked questions
What is ulcerative colitis?
Ulcerative colitis is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease that affects the lining of the colon and rectum, with periods of activity and of calm.
Which doctor treats ulcerative colitis?
Ulcerative colitis is treated by a gastroenterologist, with support from an endoscopist for diagnostic studies and, in severe cases, a general surgeon. If you have bloody diarrhea, abdominal pain, and urgency to have a bowel movement, see this specialist. You can find gastroenterologists near you through our directory.