Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)

Symptoms

Chronic diarrhea
Abdominal pain and cramping
Rectal bleeding
Weight loss
Fatigue
Reduced appetite
Fever
Urgent need to have a bowel movement
Joint pain
Skin problems

Complications

Intestinal strictures
Abscesses
Fistulas
Malnutrition
Osteoporosis
Anemia
Colon cancer (in some cases)

Risk factors

You may be at risk for developing Inflammatory Bowel Disease if you:

Have a family history of IBD
Are of Ashkenazi Jewish descent
Are of Caucasian descent
Smoke tobacco
Live in an urban area
Are exposed to certain environmental factors
Have a history of viral or bacterial infections

How is it treated?

The treatment for Diverticulitis may involve one or more of the following approaches:

Anti-inflammatory medications (e.g., corticosteroids, aminosalicylates)
Immune system suppressors (e.g., azathioprine, methotrexate)
Biologics (e.g., infliximab, adalimumab)
Antibiotics
Anti-diarrheal medications
Pain relievers
Iron supplements (for anemia)

Surgery to remove a portion of the intestine
Surgery to create an ileostomy or colostomy
Surgery to drain abscesses or repair fistulas

Managing stress
Regular exercise
Smoking cessation (if applicable)

It's important to note that IBD is a complex condition with two main types, Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, and individual experiences and treatment plans can vary. Patients should consult with healthcare professionals for a personalized assessment and treatment plan tailored to their specific type of IBD and individual health status.

Consult with experienced Doctors

MGMCH is home to some of the most eminent doctors in the world, most of whom are pioneers in their respective arenas and are renowned for developing
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Dr. Hemant Malhotra

Professor & HOD

Experience35years

QualificationMBBS, MD (Medicine), FRCP (London), FRCP (Edinburgh), FACP (USA), MNAMS, FICP, FUICC, FIMSA
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Dr. Prashant Kumbhaj

Professor

Experience9years

QualificationMBBS, MD(Radiation Oncology), DM, MRCP, SCE (UK), ECMO, PDCR
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Dr. Ajay Yadav

Professor

Experience2years

QualificationMBBS, MD(Medicine), DM(Medical Oncology- AIIMS, New Delhi)
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Dr. Satyajeet Soni

Assistant Professor

Experienceyears

QualificationMBBS, MD
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Dr. Ankur Punia

Assistant Professor

Experience5years

QualificationMBBS, MD(Medicine), DM(Medical Oncology- SAIMS, Indore)
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