Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
colitis
Noun
/kəˈlaɪ.tɪs/
Definition
Colitis is the inflammation of the inner lining of the colon (large intestine).
Examples
- Patients with colitis may experience abdominal pain and diarrhea.
- Eating certain foods can exacerbate the symptoms of colitis.
- The doctor recommended a treatment plan for managing colitis.
Meaning
Colitis refers to a variety of diseases that cause inflammation of the colon, leading to gastrointestinal distress.
Synonyms
- Colonic inflammation
- Colon inflammation
- Inflammatory bowel disease (specific types)
