Gastrointestinal

How Is Inflammatory Bowel Disease Treated?

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Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a generalized term that refers to the inflammatory disorders that affect the digestive tract. IBD affects more than 3 million Americans. This digestive disease has two primary types: ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease. Ulcerative colitis causes ulcers in the inner lining of the colon (large intestine) and the rectum, whereas Crohn’s disease is when the lining anywhere in the digestive tract is inflamed. Both conditions are accompanied by similar sym ... [Read More]

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At Carlisle Digestive Disease Associates, our board-certified gastroenterologists and staff are committed to providing compassionate care and education to patients suffering from gastrointestinal conditions and diseases affecting the esophagus, stomach, intestines, liver, gallbladder, and pancreas. Carlisle Digestive Disease Associates, is one of central Pennsylvania’s finest gastroenterology, hepatology, and gastrointestinal endoscopy practices. Our facilities include a patient-friendly infusion center, state-of-the-art endoscopy center, and accredited pathology lab, all conveniently located on one campus. CDDA offers comprehensive services to treat conditions of the Upper GI Tract, Lower GI Tract, and Hepatology/Liver. Many treatments and procedures can be performed in the office or our endoscopy center, such as colon cancer screenings.