Treatment
IBD is treated and managed primarily by medication and diet. There are a variety of medications that are effective in keeping flares and symptoms at bay. Most patients are advised to keep a kind of food journal to help understand their particular food sensitivities.
Antibiotic Medications
New research has linked antibiotic overuse to an increased risk of IBD, specifically Crohn's Disease. Like all medications,…
Colon Resection Surgery
Colon resection surgery is a procedure that removes part or all of the large intestine. This type of surgery is used to treat serious conditions, such as colon cancer, or…
Carticosteroid Medications
Corticosteroids are powerful anti-inflammatory medications that are not recommended for long-term treatment due to side effects. Steroids are frequently combined with other…
Immunosuppressive Medications
Immunosuppressive drugs are used for very active inflammatory bowel disease that does not respond to standard treatment. These drugs suppress the immune system and its…
Strictureplasty Surgery
Strictureplasty surgery is a surgical treatment for Crohn's disease that only removes the parts of the colon that are obstructing the intestine. This procedure widens…
Hot Topics
If you are wondering if it is safe to drink alcohol if you are living with Crohn's Disease, this SharePost presents some of the latest findings. Scandinavian researchers recently considered this topic and published their results in the…
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