Fact Sheets

Source: CCM

Score: 16
Pediatric Ulcerative Colitis
Ulcerative colitis causes swelling and sores in the colon, but with proper treatment, however, children can live happy, healthy lives.
Score: 15
Cirrhosis
Cirrhosis is a condition in which the liver is scarred due to liver disease. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Score: 14
Hepatitis B and C
Hepatitis B and C are viral infections that primarily affect the liver. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Score: 13
Pediatric Crohn's Disease
Pediatric Crohn’s Disease is an inflammatory bowel disease that can stunt growth in children. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Score: 12
Ulcerative Colitis
Ulcerative colitis is characterized by chronic swelling and sores in the colon that cause bleeding, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Score: 11
Alcohol-related Liver Disease
Alcohol-related liver disease is liver damage caused by excessive consumption of alcohol. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Score: 10
Wilson Disease
For people with Wilson disease, the body is unable to properly metabolize copper and it builds up to dangerous levels.
Score: 9
Pancreatitis
Pancreatitis, or inflammation of the pancreas, can cause severe abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. It can be chronic, in which case it develops slowly over time, or acute, when it develops suddenly and lasts a short time.
Score: 8
Celiac Disease (in Children)
Celiac disease is a digestive disorder in which the small intestine becomes inflamed and damaged by gluten, a protein found in many grains.
Score: 7
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Inflammatory bowel disease is the umbrella term for two conditions that cause chronic inflammation within the digestive system: ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease.