Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Treatment

There is no cure for IBD, but there are treatments which are successful in managing Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. Treatment options are extremely varied, and your treatment plan might include medications, surgical procedures and dietary changes. Our guide will give you an idea of what different treatment plans will offer.

Crohn's Disease Treatment

Medications
Medications for Crohn's disease are affective in reducing inflammation and accompanying symptoms for a majority of patients.
Surgery
For many individuals with Crohn's disease, surgical treatment is necessary when medications alone do not help with symptoms.

Celiac Disease Treatment

Can I Eat That (With Celiac Disease)?
Which foods contain gluten and which do not?

Quiz - Crohn's Disease Medications Quiz

The types of drugs used to treat Crohn's disease include all of the following except:

Ulcerative Colitis Treatment

Surgery
Medications are effective at reducing inflammation of the intestine and helping alleviate symptoms associated with ulcerative colitis.
Resources
When medications alone cannot control the symptoms of ulcerative colitis surgical treatment is necessary.
Colitis Therapy
Diet for Crohn's Disease
Attention to diet and nutrition is an important aspect in the overall treatment of inflammatory bowel disease.

IBD Drug Information

Find a list of Common IBD Medications

Follow this link to find a list of the medications commonly prescribed for individuals coping with Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.

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