Overview

This book provides a complete overview of Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis for the general reader. Written for patients, their friends and families, and any medical or non-medical persons who wish to learn more about Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), it explains the science in clear, accessible language. The book covers the most current and comprehensive information about potential causes, clinical features, diagnosis, and treatment of IBD, including surgical options. Individual chapters are dedicated to special patient populations like pediatric patients, pregnant women, and the elderly. It also includes information about alternative therapies, as well as guidance regarding managing treatment costs for patients with financial or insurance difficulties. Featuring hand-drawn illustrations, references for further reading, and other useful resources, this book is a must-read for patients and others seeking to understand inflammatory bowel disease.

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Author:   Ramona Rajapakse
Publisher:   Springer International Publishing AG
Imprint:   Springer International Publishing AG
Edition:   1st ed. 2023
Weight:   0.225kg
ISBN:  

9783031454066

ISBN 10:   3031454065
Pages:   101
Publication Date:   25 November 2023
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
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Table of Contents

Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD): Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis- Definitions, Symptoms and Signs.- Cause(s): Genetics and environmental influences.- Making the diagnosis.- Complications of IBD.- Manifestations outside the gastrointestinal tract.- Currently available medical therapies for Crohn’s and colitis.- Alternative therapies that have been studied.- Nutrition in IBD.- Surgical indications and options in IBD.- Routine health maintenance, vaccinations, and screening.- Living with IBD: challenges and solutions.- Fertility and pregnancy with IBD.- Special populations: Pediatrics and the elderly.- IBD in the time of COVID.- Negotiating the financial burden of IBD.

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Ramona Rajapakse, MD, FRCP(UK), FACGAssociate Professor of MedicineZucker School of Medicine at Northwell HealthProgram DirectorMather Gastroenterology FellowshipPort Jefferson, NY

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