Living With Ulcerative Colitis
Struggles are real. Take control of what you can.
Living with UC could mean you often wonder when your next flare-up might hit and what you’re able to eat—or many other worries that only someone with the disease can truly understand. But speaking up for yourself, knowing your rights, and being well informed can make a difference in the care and support you get—and how well you manage living with UC.
This Is Your Life. Not Your Disease’s.
Need tips for daily life with UC?
Get everyday advice on travel, stress, helping others understand, and more.
What are ulcerative colitis flare-ups?
Understand what it means to have a flare and how they’re managed.
Looking to cope emotionally with UC?
Find advice on how to help with emotional aspects of living with this disease.
What’s important about UC nutrition and exercise?
Know why it’s essential to your health and get tips on managing.
Want more tools and support for ulcerative colitis?
Discover educational resources, interactive tools, and ways to get support.
Make your personal action plan
Find out how much time your disease is impacting your life. Answer 5 quick questions to get 3 personalized, actionable steps.
It can make you feel really gross and you're absolutely not—this does not define you.
