सूजा आंत्र रोग

परिभाषा

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is swelling and irritation of the intestines. This can cause a range of symptoms including abdominal discomfort and problems breaking down food. Two forms of of IBD are:

• क्रोहन रोग
• नासूर के साथ बड़ी आंत में सूजन

IBD is a lifelong illness. The symptoms may be constant or occur during flare-ups. There is no cure for IBD but treatments can help control symptoms.

का कारण बनता है

The exact cause of IBD is not known. Some believe IBD may be the result of:

• Inherited genetics (may be a family history of IBD)
• Reaction to a virus or bacteria that damages the colon and rectum
• Compromised immune system or infection that affects the immune system

जोखिम कारक

The following factors increase your chance of developing IBD:

• Having a family member with IBD
• Being Caucasian or of northern European ancestry
• Being of Jewish ancestry (increases the risk of certain types of IBD)
• Having problems with the immune system

लक्षण

Symptoms depend on the type of IBD, but common symptoms may include:

• Abdominal pain and cramping
• दस्त
• Weight loss and loss of appetite
• आंतों से खून निकलना
• Ulcers in the intestines
• Inflammation of the rectum
• Draining around the rectum
• Bloating or feeling of fullness
• Gas
• Bloody diarrhea
• Abdominal sounds (eg, gurgling)
• समुद्री बीमारी और उल्टी
• जोड़ों का दर्द

निदान

Your doctor will ask about your symptoms and medical history. A physical exam will be done. Your doctor may need images of the intestines to look for swelling and irritation or other conditions. Image may be taken with:

• Upper GI endoscopy
• colonoscopy
• बेरियम एनीमा
• एक्स-रे
• Capsule endoscopy

Your doctor may also look for signs of infection through:

• रक्त परीक्षण
• Stool culture