There are 9 different types of Colitis. Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Celiac Disease, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Carcinoid Syndrome, Pancreatitis, Gallstones, and Lactose Intolerance. You can find more information here: http://www.wrongdiagnosis.com/c/colitis/subtypes.htm