Continuous inflammation starting in the rectum and limited to the mucosa is typical of which condition?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Ulcerative colitis
- Step 1: Ulcerative colitis spreads continuously from the rectum and affects only the mucosa.
Answer
Ulcerative colitis.
Why not the others: Crohn's disease, Ischaemic colitis and Irritable bowel syndrome do not fit this picture as well.
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