Please provide some do's and don'ts on living with ulcerative colitis.

Ignore: Eat right, get adequate rest, take your meds, and have your regular exams. Minimize alcohol.

Ignore: DO learn everything U can about your disease & treatment options. DON'T ignore it; it won't go away!

Ignore: Keep a food Journal. Write down what you eat and how you feel daily. It can help spot trouble.

Ignore: Let your friends, family, and co-workers know about your condition so they understand.

Ignore: ALWAYS TAKE YOUR MEDS NO MATTER HOW GOOD YOU FEEL.

Ignore: Report any active bleeding to your doctor immediately. Don't delay.

Ignore: More smaller meals can be gentler that 3 big ones. Drink plenty of water. Caffeine may cause flares.

Ignore: Avoid NSAIDS like Advil good pain relief. Use Tylenol (acetaminophen).

Ignore: Get your colonoscopy regularly, you need to prevent colon cancer.

Be: Be sure to follow up with recommended surveillance colonoscopies, to reduce risk of colon cancer.

Ignore: 1, never stop your 5 ASA medication even when in remission. 2. while in remission you can eat .

Ignore: Do take you meds as prescribed without fail. Do NOT pretend that you don't have this disease.

Ignore: Do: try to find a diet that works well for you. Don't: expect a certain diet to cure your colitis.