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Living with Ulcerative Colitis Learn what it's like living with ulcerative colitis and how to help your child. Summary points Meeting with a social worker at the time of diagnosis can help with lifestyle adjustments. Families often experience grief over …

Going to School Learn tips on how to manage ulcerative colitis when going to school. Learn what to do if you're not feeling well or wondering whether or not to tell classmates why you may be missing class. Summary points When a child is diagnosed with …

Travel & College What things should you bring when traveling? Where should we keep the medication? What should you do if you need medical attention while away? What challenges can be expected when beginning college? Are there services to help? Summary …

Research Find out what Boston Children's researchers are doing to find better treatments for ulcerative colitis. Summary points A tremendous amount of research is currently being done to learn more about inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). There are two …

Resources Learn more about the resources available for children with ulcerative colitis. Learn what support groups and events are available and how to get involved with the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America, including the benefits of being involved. …

Kids' Voices Hear what children with ulcerative colitis think about the condition, about not feeling well, learning about UC, learning to cope, making adjustments, educating their friends, and getting …

For Medical Professionals We understand you want to provide your patients with the best possible care, and the team at Boston Children Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center shares that goal with you. We are committed to a collaborative approach to achieve …

Research & Innovation While treating children and teens with IBD is a big part of our mission, we are also committed to researching the biological causes of Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis . By better understanding what causes these conditions — …

Contact Us Make an appointment at the IBD Center For more information, appointments, or second opinions, please call the Boston Children’s IBD Center at 617-355-6058 or request an appointment online . The IBD Center is located at the Boston campus : Fegan …