What is ischemic colitis?
Ischemic colitis is a condition characterized by inflammation and injury to the colon as a result of inadequate blood supply. It is more commonly seen in people over the age of 60.
How do members experience ischemic colitis?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with ischemic colitis*
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Gastrointestinal bleeding
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Nothing reported yet
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Fatigue
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Stress
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Nothing reported yet
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Pain
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Depressed mood
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*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for ischemic colitis*
Who has ischemic colitis on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 1 | |
| 20s | 0 | |
| 30s | 2 | |
| 40s | 9 | |
| 50s | 26 | |
| 60s | 27 | |
| 70+ | 23 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 6 | |
| Female | 83 |