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| | We have the answer! A computerized tomography (CT) scan cannot definitively show if you have ulcerative colitis, a form of inflammatory bowel disease. However, this imaging test can show the extent of inflammation in the bowel wall as well as help reveal complications such as a perforation or abscess. The only way to specifically diagnose UC is by looking inside the colon using a colonoscopy or sigmoidoscopy. |
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| | Percent of people with an inflammatory bowel disease such as ulcerative colitis (UC) who are lactose intolerant. Taking a lactase enzyme in situations where you can’t be 100% sure you won’t ingest dairy—say, at a party or an impromptu dinner out with friends—can provide extra insurance against symptoms. Get other tips for navigating social gatherings with UC. |
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