Travel Insurance for Ulcerative Colitis
Living with ulcerative colitis? Declare it in our online medical screening and we can consider cover.
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Get a QuoteLiving with ulcerative colitis can sometimes make travel planning feel more complicated.
What is ulcerative colitis?
Ulcerative colitis is a long-term inflammatory bowel disease that causes inflammation and ulcers in the lining of the large intestine, affecting around 150,000 people in the UK. Symptoms and severity can vary between individuals, and many people manage the condition with medication, lifestyle adjustments, or ongoing treatment.
Going on holiday with ulcerative colitis can take a little extra planning, but if your condition is stable and you’ve spoken with your doctor, there’s often no reason you can’t still enjoy a holiday abroad.
How travel insurance can help if you have ulcerative colitis:
- Emergency medical treatment and hospital care abroad
- Medical transport or repatriation back to the UK if required
- Cancellation cover if you are unable to travel due to your condition
- 24-hour medical assistance while you are abroad
Travel advice for people with a digestive condition like ulcerative colitis
- Carry your ulcerative colitis medication in your hand luggage in case of delays
- Be mindful of foods that may trigger a flare-up when travelling abroad
- Drink plenty of bottled water and stay hydrated
- Keep your plans flexible in case ulcerative colitis flares up
If you have been diagnosed with ulcerative colitis, you might need to declare it when applying for travel insurance. Read the medical declaration questions carefully so that everything about your ulcerative colitis is included.
You can still find suitable travel insurance if you have ulcerative colitis. Options vary with the nature of the condition and how well it is controlled, so give clear and accurate information when you complete the medical declaration.
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Don't worry if your condition is not listed above - we cover plenty more medical conditions.
* Please note that cover will vary depending on individual medical screenings.
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