Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a name for a group of diseases in which
there is inflammation of the digestive tract (gastrointestinal tract). Crohn's
disease and ulcerative colitis (UC) are the most common types of inflammatory
bowel disease. While there is no specific recommended diet for a person with
IBD, doctors
and specialists recommend a low-residue (low fiber) diet for people with
inflammatory bowel disease. Nutritionists, registered dieticians, and other
health-care professionals can recommend specific foods, create meal plans, and
recommend vitamins and other nutritional supplements.
Foods to avoid with IBD
- Examples of foods to avoid that may trigger symptoms include if you have IBD include products alcohol, diary products, fatty, fried, and spicy foods, beans, and creamy sauces.
Foods to eat with IBD
- Examples of a low-residue (low-fiber) diet that may help relieve symptoms after a flares of the disease are plain cereals, canned fruit, rice, oatmeal, and bananas.
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Colitis
Colitis refers to inflammation of the inner lining of the colon. Symptoms of the inflammation of the colon lining include diarrhea, pain, and blood in the stool. There are several causes of colitis, including infection, ischemia of the colon, inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, infectious colitis like C. difficile, or microscopic colitis). Treatment depends on the cause of the colitis.
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Indigestion (Dyspepsia, Upset Stomach Pain)
Indigestion (dyspepsia, upset stomach) can be caused by problems related to, or not related to the gastrointestinal tract. Signs and symptoms are upper abdominal pain, belching, nausea, vomiting, abdominal bloating, and abdominal distention. Treatment depends upon the cause.
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Ulcerative Colitis Diet Plan
An ulcerative colitis diet plan can help a person with the disease avoid foods and drinks that trigger flares. There also are foods that can soothe ulcerative colitis symptoms during a flare. Types of ulcerative colitis plans include a high-calorie diet, a lactose-free diet, a low-fat diet, a low-fiber diet (low-residue diet), or a low-salt diet. Self-management of ulcerative colitis using healthy lifestyle habits and a nutrient rich diet can be effective in management of the disease. Learn what foods to avoid that aggravate, and what foods help symptoms of the disease and increase bowel inflammation.
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Ulcerative Colitis
Ulcerative colitis is a chronic inflammation of the colon. Symptoms include abdominal pain, diarrhea, and rectal bleeding. Ulcerative colitis is closely related to Crohn's disease, and together they are referred to as inflammatory bowel disease. Treatment depends upon the type of ulcerative colitis diagnosed.
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Vitamins and Calcium Supplements
Vitamins are organic substances that are essential for the proper growth and functioning of the body. Calcium is a mineral essential for healthy bones and is also important for muscle contraction, heart action, and normal blood clotting.
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Crohn's Disease vs. Ulcerative Colitis (UC)
Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis are diseases that cause inflammation of part of or the entire digestive tract (GI). Crohn's affects the entire GI tract (from the mouth to the anus), while ulcerative colitis or ulcerative colitis only affects the large and small intestine and ilium. Researchers do not know the exact cause of either disease. About 20% of people with Crohn's disease also have a family member with the disease. Researchers believe that certain factors may play a role in causing UC. Both Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis are a type of inflammatory bowel disease, or IBD. Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis both have similar symptoms and signs, for example, nausea, loss of appetite, fatigue, weight loss, episodic and/or persistent diarrhea, fever, abdominal pain and cramping, rectal bleeding, bloody stools, joint pain and soreness, eye redness, or pain. Symptoms unique to Crohn’s disease include anemia and skin changes. Symptoms of unique to ulcerative colitis include, certain rashes, an urgency to defecate (have a bowel movement). Doctors diagnose both diseases with similar tests and procedures. While there is no cure for either disease, doctors and other health care professionals can help you treat disease flares, and manage your Crohn's or ulcerative colitis with medication, diet, nutritional supplements, and/or surgery.
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
The inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) are Crohn's disease (CD) and ulcerative colitis (UC). The intestinal complications of Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis differ because of the characteristically dissimilar behaviors of the intestinal inflammation in these two diseases.
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What Is Crohn's Disease?
Crohn's disease is a chronic inflammatory disease, primarily involving the small and large intestine, but which can affect other parts of the digestive system as well. Abdominal pain, diarrhea, vomiting, fever, and weight loss are common symptoms.
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Is Colitis Contagious?
Colitis is a term that us used to describe inflammation of the colon. The terms enteritis, proctitis, and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) now include colitis. Colitis has many different causes. Some types of colitis are contagious and some are not contagious. Symptoms and signs of colitis include diarrhea, abdominal discomfort, cramping, pain, and blood in the stools. Treatment for colitis depends on the cause and type of colitis.
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Hidradenitis Suppurativa (Acne Inversa)
Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS or acne inversa) is a chronic skin condition that causes painful red abscesses in the groin and armpits that may drain foul-smelling pus. Treatment options include weight loss, smoking cessation, topical antibiotics, and avoidance of tight-fitting underwear. Finasteride and adalimumab may be helpful for those with resistant cases of HS.
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Is Crohn's Disease Contagious?
Crohn's disease, a form of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), and is characterized by symptoms and signs that include diarrhea, fever, weight loss, vomiting, and abdominal pain. Though Crohn's disease is not contagious it can spread throughout a person's gastrointestinal tract. An increase in the above symptoms and signs warrants a visit to a doctor's office.
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What Happens if Crohn’s Is Left Untreated?
Crohn's disease worsens without treatment. When left untreated, Crohn's spreads throughout the intestinal tract, causing severe symptoms and a bleaker outlook to treatment. Colon cancer is more likely to develop in people with untreated Crohn’s in their large intestine.
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How Do I Know if My Ulcerative Colitis Is Flaring?
Ulcerative colitis happens when irritation and open sores appear in the large intestine. You know ulcerative colitis is flaring if you experience bloody stools, nausea and vomiting, frequent bowel movements and other symptoms.
Treatment & Diagnosis
- C-Reactive Protein (CRP) Test
- Colonoscopy Procedure and Preparation
- Is A Colon Resection A Major Surgery?
- Is a Loop Colostomy Permanent?
- Does a Right Hemicolectomy Remove the Appendix?
- What Is A Colon Resection?
- What Is Laparoscopic Left Colectomy/Hemicolectomy?
- What Is an Ileoanal Anastomosis (J-Pouch) Surgery?
- Is Capsule Endoscopy Safe?
Medications & Supplements
- magnesium citrate (Citrate of Magnesia, Citroma)
- Cipro, XR (ciprofloxacin) vs. Keflex (cephalexin)
- dicyclomine (Bentyl) vs. hyoscyamine (Levbid)
- multivitamins/minerals/omega-3 fatty acids - oral
- omega-3 fatty acids - oral, Max Epa, Omega-3, Salmon Oil,
- MoviPrep (PEG-3350, Sodium Sulfate, SodiumChloride, Potassium Chloride, Sodium Ascorbate)
- Dicyclomine vs. Donnatal
- docusate
- omega-3-acid ethyl esters (Lovaza)
- bisacodyl
- Types of Medications for Crohn's Disease
- hydrocortisone rectal
- Neomycin Sulfate
- Ibsrela (tenapanor)
- prenatal vitamins/minerals/omega-3 fatty acids - oral, CitraNatal 90 DHA, Duet DHA, M
- Drax Exametazime (exametazime systemic intravenous use)
Prevention & Wellness
- Ultra-Processed Foods Might Help Drive Inflammatory Bowel Disease
- COVID Vaccines Appear Safe for People With IBD
- Can Having IBD Shorten Your Life?
- Could Crohn's, Colitis Raise Dementia Risk?
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Celiac Are Linked: Review
- Welcome to the 'Smart Toilet' That Can Spot Disease
- Skin Fungi May Be Tied to Bowel Disease
- Health Tip: Uncovering Causes of Bloating
- Your Tummy Rumblings Might Help Diagnose Bowel Disorder
- New Device Cleared for Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Some Reasons to Work With a Dietitian
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease May Raise Cancer Risk in Kids
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