In rare cases, IBD can become so severe that surgery is required to remove the damaged part of the intestine. The most common surgery for IBD is a proctocolectomy. Proctocolectomy is removal of the entire colon, including the lower part of the rectum and the sphincter muscles that control bowel movements. It can achieve a complete cure, but it is a last resort. There are different variations that may be performed depending on various factors.
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…
Elizabeth Roberts, Health Guide, answered When is removing your colon an option? Hi Ali, I'm sorry to hear you're having such a rough go of it! There's a…