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What is IBD? Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is characteristically a lifelong (chronic) condition in which the lining of the gastrointestinal tract becomes inflamed for no apparent reason. Ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease are the most common and most recognizable forms of IBD.
Here are just a few examples of what you will find covered in this book:
The science behind IBD and how it strikes
Medications to discuss with your doctor
How IBD is treated in children and teens
When to consider surgery
Newer therapies that allow the intestines to heal
The cancer connection
Diet and nutrition guidance
Lifestyle changes to manage and live well with your illness
No matter if you're recently diagnosed, you’ve struggled for several years or you have a child with IBD, "Mayo Clinic on Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis" offers help and hope. This comprehensive, easy-to-understand reference guide can help you chart a path back to health.
