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Colitis

usgb/kəˈlaɪtɪs/Volume
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Colitis refers to the inflammation of the inner lining of the colon and is used in medical contexts. SlideHer chronic abdominal pain was attributed to colitis.
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Colitis is a medical problem, not an infectious disease, so it can't spread from person to person. SlideEven though her roommate has colitis, Jenna was not at risk of catching it.
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Colitis can be serious and may need medical treatment. It's not used lightly in conversation. SlideAfter dealing with colitis for months, Marco finally saw a specialist.
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