Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a general term that includes two main disorders:
These two diseases are related, but they are considered separate disorders with somewhat different treatment options. The basic distinctions between UC and CD are location and severity. However, as many as 10% of patients with IBD have features and symptoms that match the criteria for both disorders, at least in the early stages. (This is called...
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I have Crohn's disease and am constantly having cramping and diarrhea after meals. What can I do? There are certain dietary tips that... Read more »
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Crohns disease cannot be cured, but appropriate treatment can help suppress the inflammatory response and manage symptoms. A treatment plan for... Read more »
High iron levels in drinking water appear to increase the risk of developing inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), a new study has found. Researchers... Read more »
According to Amber Tresca at About.com, there are 10 important facts every Crohn's and colitis patient should know. Tresca's list includes details on... Read more »
Crohn's disease is a type of inflammatory bowel disease that typically effects the small intestine.... Read more »