Chronic inflammation of the colon that produces ulcers in its lining. This condition is marked by abdominal pain, cramps, and loose discharges of pus, blood, and mucus from the bowel.
( UL-seh-RUH-tiv koh-LY-tis )
Source: NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms
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