You Just Got Diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis—Here Are 5 Things Experts Say to Do First

You Just Got Diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis—Here Are 5 Things Experts Say to Do First

These steps can help you take control of your ulcerative colitis diagnosis.Reviewed by Dietitian Katey Davidson, M.Sc.FN, RD, CPTDesign elements: Getty Images. EatingWell design.Key PointsA new ulcerative colitis (UC) diagnosis is a chance to take charge of your health.Understanding your disease with the right professionals improves outcomes.With the right team and strategies in place, it’s possible to manage UC and live well.Receiving a new hea…

5 Essential Steps After an Ulcerative Colitis Diagnosis

A new ulcerative colitis (UC) diagnosis is a chance to take charge of your health. Understanding your disease with the right professionals improves outcomes. With the right team and strategies in place, it’s possible to manage UC and live well. Receiving a new health diagnosis can feel like the world has shifted beneath your feet. When that diagnosis is ulcerative colitis (UC), the news can bring a mix of emotions—perhaps some relief from finall…