Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a term used for disorders that trigger an inflammatory response in the digestive tract. The two most common IBDs are ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease. Over two million Americans suffer from inflammatory bowel disease. There is no known cure for IBD, however, symptoms can be successfully managed so there is less effect on the quality of life. The goal of inflammatory bowel disease treatment is to suppress the inflammatory response and control symptoms. ... [Read More]
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
How Is Inflammatory Bowel Disease Treated?
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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