Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Conditions such as Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn's Disease are common types of inflammatory bowel disease. Often, these conditions are diagnosed early and are the long term effect of inflammation and sores throughout the digestive system. Due to the uncomfortable and potentially detrimental nature of the condition, early detection and treatment is recommended to avoid harmful or lethal results.

Symptoms of Inflammatory Bowel Disease

- Belly pain or cramps - Gas and severe diarrhea - Rectal bleeding - Fever or chills - Loss of weight or appetite

Diagnosing Inflammatory Bowel Disease

- Physical examination including blood tests - Colonoscopy - thin, lighted tool to examine and biopsy the colon - Stool sample testing - check for blood and infection

Treating Inflammatory Bowel Disease

- Over the counter anti-diarrheal medication - Aminosalicylates - used often in conjunction with steroid medications to control symptoms - Steroid Medicines - moderate internal hormone balance levels - Immunomodulators - control immune response - Diet modification - Surgery (in extreme cases)

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