Myths And Facts About Ulcerative Colitis

Medically Reviewed by Zilpah Sheikh, MD on September 15, 2023
Written by Rachel Reiff Ellis
Question 1/10

True or false: Ulcerative colitis is one of several inflammatory bowel diseases.

  • True
  • False
Question 2/10

Ulcerative colitis inflammation happens in your:

  • Large intestine
  • Small intestine
  • Entire GI tract
Question 3/10

You're at higher risk of getting ulcerative colitis if:

  • You're male
  • You're female
  • It runs in your family
Question 4/10

You’re most likely to get ulcerative colitis between the ages of:

  • 15-30
  • 30-45
  • 45-60
Question 5/10

Ulcerative colitis raises your risk of:

  • Breast cancer
  • Colon cancer
  • Lymphoma
  • Thyroid cancer
Question 6/10

True or false: Stress and a poor diet can cause ulcerative colitis.

  • True
  • False
Question 7/10

The symptoms of ulcerative colitis:

  • Are constant
  • Come and go
  • Are usually severe
Question 8/10

Which medication can cure ulcerative colitis?

  • Immunosuppresants
  • Corticosteroids
  • Biologics
  • None of the above
Question 9/10

True or false: Ulcerative colitis can affect your eyes.

  • True
  • False
Question 10/10

A common complication of ulcerative colitis is:

  • Farsightedness
  • Bone loss
  • Chronic stutter