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COLORECTAL CONDITIONS

About Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) is caused by chronic inflammation of the intestinal tract. There are two forms of Inflammatory Bowel Disease: Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis.

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What is Inflammatory Bowel Disease?

Inflammatory Bowel Disease is caused by chronic inflammation of the intestinal tract. 

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Living with Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Find educational materials to increase your knowledge and understanding of living with Inflammatory Bowel Disease. 

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Inflammatory Bowel Disease Diagnostic and Treatment Options

In some cases, doctors treat the disease by removing a segment of the colon to treat Inflammatory Bowel Disease. 

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Inflammatory Bowel Disease Frequently Asked Questions

From diagnosis to treatment — see our list of frequently asked questions related to Inflammatory Bowel Disease.