Ulcerative Colitis: What Are the Risk Factors?

You are receiving this email because you are subscribed to Mayo Clinic SPECIAL REPORTS. If you would like to unsubscribe, click here. SPECIAL REPORT Wednesday, April 9, 2014 Risk Factors of Ulcerative Colitis Ulcerative colitis affects about the same number of women and men. Risk factors may include: Age. Ulcerative colitis usually begins before the age of 30. But, it can occur at any age, and some people may not develop the disease until their 50s or 60s. Race or ethnicity. Although whites have the highest risk of the disease, it can occur in any race. If you're of Ashkenazi Jewish descent, your risk is even higher. Learn more about ulcerative colitis and other potential risk factors. Read the full article » Mayo Clinic is a not-for-profit organization and proceeds from Web advertising help support our mission. Mayo Clinic does not endorse any non-Mayo products and services advertised. Advertising and sponsorship policy You are receiving this e-mail because you are subscribed to Mayo Clinic SPECIAL REPORTS. If you would like to unsubscribe, click here. REMOVE me from this list | Manage my e-mail settings | Customer service ©2014 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 200 First Street SW, Rochester, MN 55905. All rights reserved. Subject to our terms of service and privacy policy