How is ulcerative colitis treated?
Ulcerative colitis is treated with a combination of prescription medications, dietary modification, and over-the-counter medications for symptoms. Watch integrative gastroenterologist Robynne Chutkan, MD, explain how ulcerative colitis is treated.
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