colitis
/kəˈlaɪtɪs/
noun
- A medical condition in which the colon (the large intestine) becomes inflamed, causing pain, diarrhea, and other digestive problems.
- Chronic colitis can lead to serious complications if left untreated.
- The doctor diagnosed her with colitis after she had stomach pain for weeks.
- People with colitis often need to follow a special diet to avoid flare-ups.