Inflammatory Bowel Disease (in-FLAM-uh-toh-ree BAH-wul duh-zeez)
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Definition:
Long-lasting problems that cause irritation and ulcers in the GI tract. The most common disorders are ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease.
Also Known As:
IBD
Common Misspellings:
irritable bowel disease, irritated bowel disease
Related Resources:
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) 101
Ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease are incurable diseases of the intestinal tract.
Frequently Asked Questions - General IBD
Answers about Inflammatory Bowel Disease including how a diagnosis is made, what are some complications, and what medications are used to treat IBD.
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