Is patient with ulcerative colitis always has bloody stool all his life?
Ulcerative colitis is an ongoing (chronic) condition that may flare up throughout your life. You may have only mild symptoms or long periods without symptoms. A few people have symptoms that are persistent and severe. People who have only mild symptoms that respond to home treatment cope well with the disease. But for some others, ulcerative colitis can be a frustrating and depressing condition. The persistent diarrhea that often occurs may make you feel as if your life revolves around the bathroom, and you may be embarrassed by the symptoms and have a poor body image. However, most people with the condition live normal, productive lives using medications to control inflammation and treat symptoms. In some cases, surgery may be needed. Most people who have surgery say it improved their quality of life. Ulcerative colitis can cause psychological stress, which in turn may affect the course of the disease. If you are struggling with the condition, seek support from family, friends, clergy
