Anemia
Anemia, or iron deficiency, can occur in people with IBD for several reasons. One reason is inadequate intake of iron, which can occur because people with IBD may have to limit iron-rich foods because they are no longer palatable. Second, iron may be poorly absorbed in people with IBD, especially patients with Crohn's disease or those who have had surgery to remove portions of the GI tract. Also, iron levels can be depleted due to bleeding in the GI tract. Eating foods that are rich in iron, and avoiding foods that inhibit iron absorption is a first step. Supplements can also help.
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There are many people who confuse Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) and Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). In actuality, they are very different. IBS is a functional disorder of the intestines, in which structurally, there is no pathology. The intestines in IBD however, are inflamed or ulcerated. Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn's Disease are types…
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