If medication for ulcertive colitis or Crohns disease is not taken can the get worse?

Yes, if medication for ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease is not taken, the conditions can get worse.

Ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease are both chronic inflammatory bowel diseases (IBDs). They cause inflammation and damage to the digestive tract. Symptoms of IBDs can include abdominal pain, diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, weight loss, and fatigue.

Medication is used to control the inflammation and symptoms of IBDs. If medication is not taken, the inflammation can worsen and lead to more severe symptoms. In some cases, surgery may be necessary if medication is not effective.

Therefore, it is important to take medication as prescribed for ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease to prevent the conditions from getting worse.