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I have ulceritive colitis which has flared up. i have an 4cm section that is affected. will that repair itself when i use medication?
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Yes: Multiple medications, when used properly, can heal an affected region of ulcerative colitis. Many patients will need maintenance medication to maintain that remission, however. Good luck.
Answered 5/29/2015
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