Ulcerative Colitis Quiz

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Which organ systems does ulcerative colitis primarily target?

Colon and rectum (correct)
Lungs and heart
Liver and kidneys
Stomach and small intestine

What are the symptoms of ulcerative colitis?

Chest pain and shortness of breath
Nausea and vomiting
Headache and dizziness
Diarrhea and abdominal pain (correct)

Which organs can be impacted by ulcerative colitis, causing conditions like arthritis and eye inflammation?

Heart and stomach
Joints and eyes (correct)
Kidneys and skin
Lungs and liver

What is the role of the immune system in ulcerative colitis?

It causes chronic inflammation in the large intestine (D) Signup and view all the answers

What are the extra-intestinal manifestations of ulcerative colitis?

Skin rashes and liver disorders (C) Signup and view all the answers

What are the effects of ulcerative colitis on the digestive system?

Ulcerative colitis causes inflammation and ulceration along the lining of the large intestine, leading to symptoms like diarrhea, abdominal pain, and rectal bleeding. Signup and view all the answers

What are the extra-intestinal complications of ulcerative colitis?

Ulcerative colitis can impact other organs such as the joints, eyes, skin, and liver, leading to conditions like arthritis, eye inflammation, skin rashes, and liver disorders. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the immune system in ulcerative colitis?

The immune system, which defends the body against harmful invaders, plays a significant role in ulcerative colitis by causing chronic inflammation. Signup and view all the answers

How does ulcerative colitis affect the colon's functioning?

Ulcerative colitis disrupts the colon's ability to absorb water and nutrients effectively due to inflammation and ulceration along its lining. Signup and view all the answers

What is ulcerative colitis?

Ulcerative colitis is a type of inflammatory bowel disease that primarily targets the colon and rectum, causing inflammation and ulceration. Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

What is ulcerative colitis?

A type of inflammatory bowel disease that primarily targets the colon and rectum, causing inflammation and ulceration.

Symptoms of ulcerative colitis?

Diarrhea and abdominal pain.