The initials are similar, and the symptoms often are as well, but IBS and IBD are distinct digestive disorders. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) need different treatments, so it’s important to know the difference.
Many myths are associated with the inflammatory bowel disease known as ulcerative colitis. Here are the facts about what it’s really like to manage the disease.
Your risk for colon cancer greatly increases as you get older, but age isn’t the only thing that makes you more likely to develop the disease. Many other factors play a role.
Hepatitis is inflammation of the liver, but it’s not just one disease. Depending on its origins, you may have acute symptoms that last only for the short term or symptoms that become chronic. Here’s more about the most common types of hepatitis.
Crohn’s disease is a serious inflammatory bowel condition that can be managed, but not cured. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed, here’s information to help you learn all you can about this condition.
Your food and drink choices greatly affect your digestive health, so a quick reform of unhealthy habits can help you feel better. Some people benefit from a special diet that keeps their IBS, IBD, acid reflux, or other condition under control.
The immune system is designed to keep your body healthy, but when it malfunctions, your body suffers. Autoimmune conditions can cause innumerable issues with your health, including inflammation of the pancreas, known as pancreatitis.
GERD causes uncomfortable symptoms such as chronic heartburn, chest pain, and regurgitation of sour tasting liquid. Understand why these symptoms occur so you have a better chance of easing them.
Irritable bowel syndrome symptoms can come and go. Often they come at the times you’re most anxious or stressed. Here’s why.
The occasional stomach ache doesn’t require a doctor’s visit. It’s likely a mild condition that passes with rest, fluids, and a bland diet. But sometimes abdominal pain warrants medical attention. Read on to learn when you should call.
A gluten-free diet is hard for adults, so imagine if you’re a kid? Use these tips to help your child cope with celiac disease and navigate school and social environments.
Ways to prevent hemorrhoids include drinking water, eating fiber, exercising, and losing weight. Being overweight or obese makes it more likely you’ll develop the painful swollen veins in your rectum. Learn how body size is connected to hemorrhoids.
Living with irritable bowel syndrome can be unpredictable, painful, and frustrating. Specific strategies can help you manage this irritating, challenging condition. Learn what you can do to manage IBS and improve your quality of life.
Most people experience constipation on occasion, but chronic constipation can affect your quality of life and your long-term health. Here’s why you should take chronic constipation seriously.
Ulcerative colitis is a type of inflammatory bowel disease that causes sores to form in your colon, causing irritation and pain. This chronic disease can be managed effectively so you can live a full, high-quality life.
IBS is not a one-size-fits-all condition, and triggers for the uncomfortable digestive symptoms vary widely from person to person. In general, though, certain foods are more likely to cause a reaction than others.
If you experience acid reflux often, you may be able to control it by avoiding things that trigger your symptoms. Knowing what causes your reflux is a major step in preventing episodes of this painful, uncomfortable condition.
A colonoscopy is a routine screening for colon cancer, but it’s a procedure that can loom large due to the uncomfortable preparation involved. Don’t avoid the procedure because of fear. Know what to expect and how to get yourself ready.
Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder, not a food allergy, that can cause damage to your small intestine. This condition is often misunderstood, so read on to dispel some common myths and learn the facts about celiac disease.
No one really talks about them, but hemorrhoids are incredibly common. The symptoms can sometimes feel quite serious, but hemorrhoids aren’t life-threatening and often go away on their own. Learn if your symptoms are hemorrhoid related.
Hepatitis is a set of diseases that affect your liver. The variety of types have similar symptoms, but different treatments. Understand each disease so you can move forward with appropriate care.
IBS and Crohn’s are not the same. Irritable bowel syndrome is uncomfortable and life-altering, but it’s not life threatening. On the other hand, Crohn’s disease causes inflammation and ulcerations in the bowel that can lead to serious complications.
Reduce your risk of developing hepatitis, an inflammation of the liver. Vaccinations are available for the common viruses that cause Hepatitis A and B. It’s essential that you protect yourself.
Many people experience constipation for short bouts, but for some people constipation can become chronic and debilitating. Know when to seek our help.
An inflamed pancreas can cause serious symptoms, and if it’s chronic, you may have long-term health complications. We can help you overcome pancreatitis and treat the root cause. If it’s a chronic case, we can help you manage pain, too.
When you have GERD, it’s possible to develop a serious complication known as Barrett’s esophagus. If you have this serious change to your esophageal tissue, we can help.
As a form of inflammatory bowel disease, Crohn’s disease affects every choice you make about the food you put into your mouth. Food choices can improve or worsen your symptoms. Learn how you can evaluate your eating to minimize symptoms.
When you have celiac disease, wheat and other gluten-containing products are off limits because they trigger an immune response that attacks your small intestine. New treatments can help alleviate the burden of living with this autoimmune condition.
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) can interfere with a lot of activities. Don’t let it control your holiday travel. Read on to learn how to manage potential triggers and digestive distress this season.
Thanksgiving can be a tough day for people with acid reflux. If you’re prone to this digestive discomfort, take a few small precautions to enjoy your day and your meal without suffering the consequences later.
Does your liver need to go on a diet? The experts at Digestive Disorders Associates explain what fatty liver disease is, what the symptoms are, and what you can do about this increasingly-common problem.
Finding blood in your stool is a scary experience. In many cases, less serious issues are at work. But when should you worry, and when is time to see a doctor?
