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Why does ulcerative colitis cause joint pain?
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Inflammation: A percentage of patients with ulcerative colitis will have an associated inflammatory arthritis. This type of arthritis is similar in mechanism to other types of inflammatory arthritic conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and is characterized by inflammation attacking various joints in the body. Do not hesitate to see a rheumatologist for treatment options.
Answered 12/22/2015
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Extraintestinal: There are several autoimmune associated arthritis conditions with UC. The low back pain (sacroiliitis) is usually associated with HLA-B27 and can respond to immunosuppression. The peripheral arthritis usually doesn't respond to immunosuppression.
Answered 4/19/2016
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