Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) – Chronic Inflammation of the Digestive Tract (Crohn’s Disease & Ulcerative Colitis)

At Genesiss Multispeciality Hospital, our Gastroenterology Department provides comprehensive care for Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), focusing on accurate diagnosis, effective management, and improving quality of life. IBD includes Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, conditions characterized by chronic inflammation of the digestive tract, leading to symptoms like abdominal pain, diarrhea, and malnutrition. Our team offers personalized treatment plans using the latest medical, endoscopic, and surgical approaches.

Problems / Concerns Addressed:

• Crohn’s Disease: Can affect any part of the digestive tract, causing abdominal pain, diarrhea, weight loss, and fatigue.
• Ulcerative Colitis: Affects the colon and rectum, leading to bloody diarrhea, cramping, and urgency.
• Complications: Strictures, fistulas, malnutrition, anemia, and increased risk of colon cancer.
• Flare-ups & Remission Cycles: Periods of severe symptoms followed by remission.
• Impact on Quality of Life: Chronic pain, frequent hospital visits, and dietary restrictions.

Treatments / Services Offered:

• Medications: Anti-inflammatory drugs, immunosuppressants, biologics, and corticosteroids to control inflammation.
• Nutritional Management: Diet planning, supplementation, and guidance to manage malabsorption and maintain weight.
• Endoscopic Procedures: Colonoscopy for diagnosis, monitoring, and minimally invasive treatment of strictures or polyps.
• Surgical Interventions: Reserved for severe cases, including bowel resection or colectomy when medication is insufficient.
• Patient Support: Education, counseling, and long-term monitoring to manage chronic disease and prevent complications.

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