John Garvey is the Director of Ergonomics at a massive corporation in New England. After being diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis as a teen, he has developed a passion for ergonomics and proper chair support. John reviews office chairs in his blog, hoping to help others in similar situations.
Ulcerative Colitis - When To Call a Doctor. Call a doctor immediately if you have been diagnosed with ulcerative colitis and you have: 1  Fever over 101Â°F (38.3Â°C) or shaking chills. 2  Lightheadedness, passing out, or rapid heart rate.  Stools that are almost always bloody.
The symptoms of ulcerative colitis may include: 1  Diarrhea or rectal urgency. Some people may have diarrhea 10 to 20 times a day. 2  Rectal bleeding. The disease usually causes bloody diarrhea and mucus. 3  Belly pain, often described as cramping. Your belly may be sore when touched.  Constipation.