Colitis
Definition
Colitis is swelling (inflammation) of the large intestine (colon).
Symptoms
Symptoms can include:
* Abdominal bloating
* Abdominal pain that is constant or comes and goes
* Bloody stools
* Chills
* Constant urge to have a bowel movement
* Dehydration
* Diarrhea
* Fever
* Increased intestinal gas
