100 questions & answers about Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis A Lahey Clinic guide

Andrew S. Warner

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Published
Sudbury, Mass. : Jones and Bartlett Publishers c2010.
Language
English
Main Author
Andrew S. Warner (-)
Other Authors
Amy E. Barto (-)
Edition
2nd ed
Item Description
Includes index.
Physical Description
x, 222 p. : ill. ; 23 cm
ISBN
9780763776381
  • Preface
  • Part 1. The Basics
  • Questions 1-7. introduce Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis:
  • What are Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis?
  • How do you know if you have Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis?
  • How common are Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis? I seem to know more and more people with it.
  • Part 2. Diagnosis
  • Questions 8-17. discuss how Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis are diagnosed, as well as the prognosis and other related diseases, such as:
  • How are Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis diagnosed?
  • Can I ever be cured of IBD, or will I have it for my entire life?
  • Are Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis ever confused with other disorders?
  • Part 3. Medications
  • Questions 18-30. explain different types of medications used to treat Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, including:
  • What is the role of topical therapy in treating proctitis, and is topical therapy used for treating anything else?
  • What are biologies and who should get them? I've heard of infliximab (Remicade). Are there newer biologies available for the treatment of Crohn's and ulcerative colitis?
  • Does having Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis mean I will be on medication for my entire life?
  • Part 4. Cancer and Dysplasia
  • Questions 31-37. discuss the relationship of cancer and dysplasia to Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, such as:
  • Am I more likely to get colon cancer if I have ulcerative colitis?
  • What is dysplasia and how is it related to cancer?
  • Can I do anything to prevent getting colon cancer?
  • Part 5. Complications
  • Questions 38-47. review numerous complications that are associated with Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, including:
  • What is toxic megacolon?
  • I heard that people with Crohn's disease can get something called a fistula. Can you tell me what this is?
  • I have ulcerative colitis and often pass blood with my bowel movements. Is this something I should worry about?
  • Part 6. Surgery
  • Questions 48-54. explain different surgery options used to treat this disease, such as:
  • What types of operations are performed in Crohn's disease?
  • What is the role of surgery in ulcerative colitis?
  • What are some of the other complications found after ileal pouch surgery?
  • Part 7. Diet andNutrition
  • Questions 55-64. include helpful tips on how to best maintain a healthy diet, such as:
  • How does having Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis affect my nutrition?
  • Since I have to avoid fruits and vegetables due to my Crohn's disease, what can 1 do to lose weight?
  • Is there a specific diet that I should follow if I have Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis?
  • Part 8. Extraintestinal Manifestations
  • Questions 65-77. discuss the affects Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis can have on the rest of your body, including:
  • How can IBD affect my skin?
  • My joints are often stiff and sore. Is this related to my IBD?
  • Am I more likely to get osteoporosis if I have IBD and is there any way to prevent it?
  • Part 9. Sexuality, Reproductive Issues, andPregnancy
  • Questions 78-92. review issues surrounding sexuality, pregnancy, and the disease, like:
  • Is it safe to have a baby if I have IBD?
  • Can IBD affect fertility in men?
  • Should 1 continue to take my IBD medications during pregnancy and are they safe to use during pregnancy?
  • Part 10. Lifestyle
  • Questions 93-97. discuss the potential affects of Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis on your lifestyle, such as:
  • Does stress affect Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis?
  • Do I have to take any precautions if I want to exercise?
  • Can I drink alcohol if I have IBD?
  • Part 11. IBD in Children and the Elderly
  • Questions 98-99. explain IBD in children and the elderly:
  • Does IBD occur in children? How is it different than in adults?
  • Can IBD occur in the elderly?
  • Part 12. The Future ofCrohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis
  • Question 100 discusses the future of treatment options and diagnosis methods:
  • What does the future hold for the diagnosis and treatment of Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis?
  • Appendix
  • Glossary
  • Index