Causes of ulcerative colitis

** What are the causes of ulcerative colitis? Who is affected?** To put it simply, the exact cause of ulcerative colitis and other inflammatory bowel diseases such as Crohn's disease has not yet been fully determined. A lot of research has been done and researchers believe that this disease is the result of a complex interaction of various factors; including genetics, immune system and environmental factors. Foreign substances or antigens in the environment may act as a direct trigger of inflammation or stimulate the body's defense system and lead to uncontrolled inflammation. When the immune system of people with IBD stays "on" and cannot be turned off in time, the result is that inflammation constantly affects the gut and causes uncomfortable symptoms. Based on research, some scientists believe that the cause of Ulcerative Colitis may be due to the interaction of a virus or bacterial infection of the intestine and the natural response of the body's immune system. Usually, when your body fights a disease or infection, temporary inflammation occurs and subsides after healing; But in people with this disease, the inflammation may continue even after the end of the fight. Also, ulcerative colitis has affected about fifty thousand Iranians, and the probability of contracting this disease is almost equal in men and women. Most people are diagnosed with this disease in their mid-thirties, but it can start at any age. Studies have also shown that among elderly men, this disease is more common than elderly women. Another interesting point is that **colitis** may be passed from one generation to another; But this possibility is very, very low! That is, if you or one of your close relatives is affected, there is a very small possibility that other family members will also be affected by this disease. Research shows that up to 10-15% of people with colitis have a close family member. This disease is more common in European white people and among Jewish people. We at the Inflammatory Bowel Disease and IBD Specialist Center with the presence of Dr. Ali Reza Sima, as an experienced IBD Specialist, are ready to help you by providing advanced ulcerative colitis treatment and advanced Crohn's treatment. Our goal is Advancing Crohn's & Colitis Care and improving your quality of life.