Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Chronic inflammation of the digestive tract, including Crohn disease and ulcerative colitis, causing abdominal pain, diarrhea, and weight loss.
Also known as: IBD, Crohn disease, ulcerative colitis.
Category: Gastrointestinal
Drugs labeled for Inflammatory Bowel Disease
17 medication ingredients list an association with inflammatory bowel disease in current FDA labeling.
Symptoms associated with Inflammatory Bowel Disease
The following symptoms have been associated with Inflammatory Bowel Disease in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Abdominal pain
An unpleasant sensation characterized by physical discomfort (such as pricking, throbbing, or aching) and perc...
Bloody diarrhea
Passage of many stools containing blood....
Chronic diarrhea
The presence of chronic diarrhea, which is usually taken to mean diarrhea that has persisted for over 4 weeks....
Fatigue
A subjective feeling of tiredness characterized by a lack of energy and motivation....
Fever
Body temperature elevated above the normal range....
Poor appetite
A reduced desire to eat....
Weight loss
Reduction of total body weight....
Tests used to investigate Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating Inflammatory Bowel Disease. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Crp Test C-Reactive Protein
This blood test measures levels of CRP to help indicate if cases of inflammation or infection are occurring. I...
Fecal Calprotectin
Helps distinguish inflammatory bowel disease from irritable bowel syndrome....
Gastrointestinal Health Tests
Fast, easy and affordable gastrointestinal lab tests-- no insurance or a doctor's referral needed. Simply orde...
High-Sensitivity CRP (hs-CRP)
Assesses low-level inflammation and cardiovascular risk....
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When to seek emergency care
Seek emergency care for severe abdominal pain, persistent bleeding, high fever, or inability to keep fluids down.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Inflammatory Bowel Disease?
Inflammatory Bowel Disease is a health condition described in medical literature. Chronic inflammation of the digestive tract, including Crohn disease and ulcerative colitis, causing abdominal pain, diarrhea, and weight loss.
What are the symptoms of Inflammatory Bowel Disease?
Inflammatory Bowel Disease is associated with 7 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Abdominal pain, Bloody diarrhea, Chronic diarrhea, Fatigue, Fever, Poor appetite. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is Inflammatory Bowel Disease diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with Inflammatory Bowel Disease include C-Reactive Protein (CRP), CBC with Differential, Crp Test C-Reactive Protein, Fecal Calprotectin, Gastrointestinal Health Tests. This information is educational, not a diagnosis.
Is SymptomDatabase.com diagnosing me?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not provide diagnosis. If you are concerned you may have Inflammatory Bowel Disease, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.