Patient was educated on complications of ulcerative colitis as follows: Activation of autoimmune disorders As the cause of the inflammatory bowel disease involves an abnormal autoimmune response, this can also lead to exacerbation of any underlying autoimmune diseases, such as, rheumatoid arthritis, SLE, and dry eyes. Colon cancer Chronically inflamed colon from ulcerative colitis has an increased risk to turn malignant and can lead to developing colon cancer. Severe dehydration Chronic inflammation of the large [...]

Patient was educated on complications of ulcerative colitis as follows: Risk for clot formation Reduced fluid absorption in the large intestines and dehydration can increase the risk for an individual to form blood clots. Anemia If the blood loss is heavy, patients can present with symptoms of iron deficiency anemia, such as, extreme shortness of breath, pale skin and mucous membranes, dizziness, fatigue, and exhaustion. Osteoporosis Anti-inflammatory steroid medications prescribed for managing the symptoms of [...]

Patient was educated on complications of ulcerative colitis as follows: Severe bleeding with blood loss in stool The inflammation can lead to ulcerations in the large intestines, leading to hemorrhage and bleeding. This bleeding can be fresh and bright with some mucus. Diffusely swollen colon The inflammation in the wall of large intestine can result in rapid diffuse swelling of the colon, a toxic megacolon. This can result in obstruction of the large intestine. Perforation [...]

Patient was instructed on the symptoms of ulcerative colitis as follows: Activation of autoimmune disorders As the cause of the inflammatory bowel disease involves an abnormal autoimmune response, this can also lead to exacerbation of any underlying autoimmune diseases, such as, rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE).and dry eyes. Anemia If the blood loss is heavy, patients can present with symptoms of iron deficiency anemia, such as, extreme shortness of breath, pale skin and mucous [...]