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How does Ulcerative Colitis affect the colon and rectum?
How does Ulcerative Colitis affect the colon and rectum?
- Characterized by single ulceration and localized inflammation
- Affects only the deep layers of the colon
- Formation of skip areas with no ulcerations
- Characterized by multiple ulcerations and diffuse inflammation (correct)
What is a characteristic clinical symptom of Ulcerative Colitis?
What is a characteristic clinical symptom of Ulcerative Colitis?
- Persistent cough and wheezing
- Intermittent tenesmus and rectal bleeding (correct)
- Joint pain and swelling
- Chest pain and shortness of breath
How does the disease process of Ulcerative Colitis progress in the colon?
How does the disease process of Ulcerative Colitis progress in the colon?
- The disease process begins in the rectum and eventually may involve the entire colon (correct)
- The disease process starts in the middle section of the colon and spreads to the rectum
- The disease process starts in the upper section of the colon and spreads downwards
- The disease process involves skip areas throughout the colon
Which diagnostic evaluation method is relevant for Ulcerative Colitis?
Which diagnostic evaluation method is relevant for Ulcerative Colitis?
Which gastrointestinal disorder is characterized by inflammation of the stomach lining?
Which gastrointestinal disorder is characterized by inflammation of the stomach lining?
Which endocrine disorder results from an overactive thyroid gland?
Which endocrine disorder results from an overactive thyroid gland?
What is the primary cause of liver cirrhosis?
What is the primary cause of liver cirrhosis?
Which respiratory disorder is characterized by long-term breathing problems and poor airflow?
Which respiratory disorder is characterized by long-term breathing problems and poor airflow?
What is the primary pathogen responsible for causing pneumonia?
What is the primary pathogen responsible for causing pneumonia?