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Ulcerative Colitis Factors: Genetics and Gender

Genetics and gender can be factors of UC. Discover how and why these two factors are related to the disease.

Genetics

Scientists are working to understand the connections between ulcerative colitis treatment and a person's genetic makeup. Learn what studies have discovered in regard to families, siblings, and offspring.

Gender

When it comes to ulcerative colitis, some concerns that men and women have are different. Read about the special considerations for each gender.