Ulcerative Colitis in Children Patient Stories

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Ulcerative Colitis: William’s Story

William doing gymnastics outside

William manages his ulcerative colitis with medication and nutrition. With his condition under control, he has the energy to be a competitive gymnast.

Ulcerative Colitis: Noah's Story

Noah and his dad

When Noah was 11, ulcerative colitis drained his energy and threatened his life. Now 15, he has the energy and stamina to play on a basketball team.

Ulcerative Colitis: David’s Story

David

David experienced unpleasant side effects from two of his treatments for colitis, but his medical team at Children’s Hospital responded each time with new approaches to his care.

Ulcerative Colitis: Shea’s Story

Shea

Shea loves cheerleading and today has energy to spare for it, since the IBD team at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia has her ulcerative colitis under control.