Try different sleep positions

The benefits of different sleeping positions differ. You might need to adjust your position if you're having trouble managing your pain or other medical issues. And while changing your regular sleeping position might not be something you can do in a single night, it can be worthwhile to try.

Depending on your symptoms or which side of your digestive tract is most irritated, certain sleeping postures can make UC flares worse. If you experience pain when sleeping, consider switching to your back or another side and see if that helps. To keep track of what's working, you can think about starting a sleep journal in which you record your symptoms and sleeping position.