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Ulcerative Colitis
Cause
The cause of ulcerative colitis is unknown. It may be caused by an abnormal response by the body's Reference immune system Opens New Window to normal intestinal bacteria. Disease-causing bacteria and viruses also may play a role.
Ulcerative colitis can run in families.
| By: | Reference Healthwise Staff | Last Revised: Reference October 8, 2012 |
| Medical Review: | Reference E. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine
Reference Peter J. Kahrilas, MD - Gastroenterology |
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