Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) is a group of long-term

inflammatory

 conditions of the large and small intestines, such as

ulcerative colitis

 and

Crohn's disease

 that can affect any part of the gastrointestinal tract, from the mouth to the anus. People of any age can get IBD, but it's usually diagnosed between the age of 15 and 40.
If you experience severe abdominal pain or pain that is accompanied by repeated vomiting and/or excessive bloating, contact your doctor.
Symptoms

Abdominal pain

  • Nonspecific, non-focal, In the bottom left region

common

Diarrhea

  • For 2 weeks or more

common

Feel like vomiting

common

Fever

  • Less than 38°C (100.4°F), Greater than or equal to 38°C (100.4°F)

common

Mouth ulcers

common

Anemia

Back neck pain

or Back pain

or Joint pain

Bleeding from anus

Weight loss

Throwing up

Risk factors

Family history of Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Smoking

Use of estrogen hormone medication

Use of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug

Stress

Treatment
The goal of inflammatory bowel disease treatment is to reduce the inflammation that triggers your signs and symptoms. IBD treatment involves: 1-Anti-inflammatory drugs. 2-Immune system suppressors. 3-Antibiotics may be used in addition to other medications or when the infection is a concern. Depending on the severity of your IBD, your doctor may recommend one or more of the following: 1-Anti-diarrheal medications. 2-Pain relievers. 3-Vitamins and supplements. If diet and lifestyle changes, drug therapy, or other treatments don't relieve your IBD signs and symptoms, your doctor may recommend surgery.
Recommended specialist

If you have Inflammatory Bowel Disease, then a visit to a gastroenterologist is recommended.

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