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Overview of colitis Colitis (also known as chronic colitis) is an inflammatory disease that occurs in the lining of the colon. The colon is the last part of the digestive system, where waste from the digestive process is stored before being eliminated through the digestive system. Colitis is believed to be an autoimmune disease, meaning the body's immune system mistakenly attacks the cells and tissues of the colon lining. While the exact cause is unknown, several factors may play a role in the development of inflammatory bowel disease including: Autoimmune effects : The immune system mistakenly attacks cells and tissues of the colon…