Crohn’s and Colitis For Dummies

The ultimate reference for those with Crohn's and colitis and their family and friendsCrohn's disease and colitis are frustrating, often debilitating gastrointestinal diseases that can have a severe impact on the overall health of those who suffer from them. According to the latest estimates, more than 600,000 patients in North America have Crohn's disease. Written by a physician specialising in the treatment of IBDs, Crohn's and Colitis For Dummies is a complete plain-English guide to understanding, treating, and living well with these diseases.* Helps readers actively recognize symptoms of Crohn's and colitis and explains the diagnostic procedures doctors use to identify these diseases* Outlines how the whole body is affected by Crohn's and colitis, and the potential hazards of letting the disease go untreated* Offers expert advice and guidance on controlling Crohn's and colitis with diet and outlines the treatment options of medicines and surgery, including the various risks and benefits of each* Provides practical advice for parents of children with Crohn's and colitis with insights into how children's treatment options can differ from those of adults

The ultimate reference for those with Crohn's and colitis and their family and friends Crohn's disease and colitis are frustrating, often debilitating gastrointestinal diseases that can have a severe impact on the overall health of those who suffer from them.

Forword xxiIntroduction 1Part I: The Who, What, and Why of Crohn's and Colitis 7Chapter 1: Crohn's and Colitis One Step at a Time 9Chapter 2: Defi ning Crohn's and Colitis 13Chapter 3: How the Digestive System Works 41Chapter 4: Who Gets Crohn's and Colitis and Why 53Part II: Getting Medical Help 67Chapter 5: Assembling Your Healthcare Team 69Chapter 6: Getting a Diagnosis 77Chapter 7: Taking Medications for Crohn's and Colitis 93Chapter 8: Considering Surgery 117Part III: Healing and Dealing with the Disease 141Chapter 9: Paying Attention to What You Eat 143Chapter 10: Preventing Health Problems 165Chapter 11: Alternative and Complementary Therapies 181Part IV: Living and Coping with Crohn's and Colitis 195Chapter 12:Living with Crohn's and Colitis 197Chapter 13:Avoiding Triggers 211Chapter 14:Working and Traveling with Crohn's and Colitis 225Part V: Considering Special Populations with Crohn's and Colitis 237Chapter 15: Kids with Crohn's and Colitis239Chapter 16: Having Sex and Getting Pregnant with Crohn's and Colitis 255Part VI: The Part of Tens 269Chapter 17: Ten Myths about Infl ammatory Bowel Disease 271Chapter 18: Ten Reliable Resources 279Glossary 287Index 297

The ultimate reference for those with Crohn s and colitis and their family and friends
Crohn s disease and colitis are frustrating, often debilitating gastrointestinal diseases that can have a severe impact on the overall health of those who suffer from them.