Can stress cause Ulcerative colitis?
Yes, stress can trigger some immunological changes which may lead to Ulcerative colitis. Prolonged or intense stress may be responsible for recurring Ulcerative colitis. But, many people have stress, who do not get Ulcerative colitis! Stress when associated with certain genetic pattern, can lead to Ulcerative colitis. Every individual has distinct pattern making one predisposed to different disease conditions.
