| Literature DB >> 33121695 |
Kindra Clark-Snustad1, Madalina Butnariu2, Anita Afzali3.
Abstract
Although ulcerative colitis affects males and females at similar rates, certain sex-specific differences influence the disease-related risks and experiences of females with ulcerative colitis. This article reviews topics that affect females with ulcerative colitis, including the impact of disease on the menstrual cycle, fertility, child bearing, sexual health, and recommendations for health care maintenance.Entities:
Keywords: Fertility; Health maintenance; Menstruation; Pregnancy; Sexual health; Ulcerative colitis; Women’s health
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Year: 2020 PMID: 33121695 DOI: 10.1016/j.gtc.2020.07.004
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Gastroenterol Clin North Am ISSN: 0889-8553 Impact factor: 3.806