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Problems associated with the lower digestive system are many. Patients complaining of certain symptoms such as discomfort, bloating, diarrhea or bleeding are thoroughly examined by a physician to determine the cause. Inflammatory Bowel Disease is a serious condition and doctors perform a complete exam to determine if the patient is suffering from this health problem.
Facts About IBDCrohn's disease and ulcerative colitis are the two primary types of IBD. Both are believed to be caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Certain infections in the lower intestine cause a response by the body's immune system. If an individual's immune system is deficient the white blood cells release certain chemicals that accumulate in the gut lining. This can lead to serious damage to the surrounding tissue.
The mucus of the gut lining can become inflamed, causing diarrhea. This is known as ulcerative colitis and the resulting fissures in the intestine can lead to extreme complications for the patient. Sometimes the colon dilates and can no longer contract properly. Known as toxic megacolon, widening of the colon is the result of the inflammation spreading from the upper intestine. Scarring of the intestinal walls sometimes results in an overgrowth of bacteria.
Correctly Diagnosing IBDDoctors will take blood, feces and urine samples to check for infections in the intestinal tract. If the diagnosis is positive the patient will be put on a medication program. In most cases of IBD the intestine itself is not damaged to a great extent. Many individuals have periods of inflammation followed by long periods where the condition subsides. Doctors may run a series of tests and compare the results to dismiss the condition as IBD. Often less serious conditions such as diarrhea caused by contaminated water, Irritable Bowel Syndrome or an intestinal virus show symptoms similar to IBD.
Patients With Intestinal UlcersDoctors may scan the intestine directly to search for small ulcers. Endoscopes are used for this purpose. The procedure will detect the presence of small ulcers in either the upper or lower intestine. Patients sometimes swallow liquids containing barium. The small intestine is coated completely and any ulcers will show up on an x-ray scan. This is a highly specialized procedure and is usually performed on patients having been diagnosed with Crohn's disease.
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What does the medical abbreviation ibd mean?
Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis are two medical disorders that fall under the umbrella of "inflammatory bowel disease." A collection of intestinal conditions known as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
Can Inflammatory bowel disease cause polyps?
Inflammatory bowel disease may cause growth of polyps and pseudo-polyps
Inflammatory bowel disease and cancer is the same?
No. While patients of some inflammatory bowel diseases can be more susceptible to cancer it is not the same disease. Inflammatory disease is a chronic inflammation of the bowel. Cancer is unregulated cell growth anywhere in the body.
What has the author Timothy R Orchard written?
Timothy R. Orchard has written: 'Inflammatory bowel disease' -- subject(s): Inflammatory Bowel Diseases, Atlases, Inflammatory bowel diseases
What specialist is needed for inflammatory bowel disease?
Gastroenterologist
What is the name of the inflammatory bowel disease in the last portion of the ileum?
Crohn disease
What has the author Stephen J Bickston written?
Stephen J. Bickston has written: 'Handbook of inflammatory bowel disease' -- subject(s): Inflammatory bowel diseases, Inflammatory Bowel Diseases, Handbooks, manuals
What was the first cure for inflammatory bowel disease?
there is no cure, only treatment
What is the description of chrones disease?
Crohn's disease is an inflammatory bowel disease. The inflammation caused by Crohn's disease almost always spreads deep into the layers of affected bowel tissue.
What is a good inflammatory bowel disease diet?
When you have IBD, it's best to eat foods that are high in fiber and avoid greasy, fried foods. You can find information on what to eat for the inflammatory bowel diet at http://www.webmd.com/ibd-crohns-disease/eating-plan-for-inflammatory-bowel-disease and http://ibdcrohns.about.com/od/dietandnutrition/f/dietibd.htm
What is the impact of massage therapy on those who suffer from chronic inflammatory bowel disease?
A study found that massage therapy can have a powerful effect upon psycho-emotional distress in persons suffering from chronic inflammatory bowel disease.
How can I find more information about diet and inflammatory bowel disease?
To find more information about diet and inflammatory bowel disease you could speak with a local health professional, doctor, nurse, or pharmacist. As well you can check in a local hospital.
