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  1. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience symptoms.

    Symptoms may vary from mild to severe and include:

    • Diarrhea
    • Fever
    • Fatigue
    • Blood in stool
    • Bleeding ulcers
    • Stomach pain
    • Bloating and cramping
    • Reduced appetite
    • Unintended weight loss
    • Anemia
    • Flatulence

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    Causes

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    • Inflammatory bowel disease cannot be attributed to a single cause. However, genetic factors and the immune system are associated with this disease.
    • Following are some associated risk factors:
    • Family history
    • Autoimmunity where the immune system attacks the body’s own cells
    • Environmental factors such as cigarette smoke or pollution
    • Age: Affects all age groups, but generally starts before the age of 35 years
    • Geographical area: People in urban areas are more at risk
    • Stress
    • Certain medications such as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)

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    Complications

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    If untreated for a prolonged period it may lead to

    • Bowel narrowing and obstruction
    • Rupturing or formations of holes in the intestine
    • Canker sores in mouth because of Crohn’s disease
    • Ulcers, fissures, and fistulas around genital areas and anus
    • Eye inflammation
    • Skin disorders
    • Arthritis or inflammation of joints
    • Malnutrition
    • Colon cancer
    • Shock, in severe cases of blood loss and diarrhea

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    Treatment

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    Treatment of inflammatory bowel disease focuses on reducing inflammation that causes the symptoms which can eventually lead to complications. The treatment involves administering medication or performing surgery.

    Medication

    Anti-inflammatory drugs: To reduce inflammation of the digestive tract.

    Sulfasalazine . Corticosteroids

    Immune suppressants: To prevent the immune system from attacking own cells.

    Azathioprine

    Antibiotics: To cure bacterial infections.

    Ciprofloxacin . Metronidazole

    Anti-diarrheal agents: To prevent diarrhea.

    Loperamide . Diphenoxylate . Cholestyramine

    Analgesics: Pain relieving medications.

    Acetaminophen

    Supplements: Vitamin and mineral supplements.

    Vitamin D . Calcium

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  1. Enteritis
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    Enteritis is inflammation and irritation of the small intestine. An inflamed small intestine impairs digestion. Common symptoms include abdominal pain, diarrhea, and nausea and vomiting. The most common type of enteritis is caused by infection. This type is commonly called gastroenteritis. Enteritis treatment depends on the cause and severity.
    Inflammation of the small intestine is called enteritis. Inflammation (redness and swelling) might be caused by infection, certain medications, radiation treatments, or chronic illnesses such as Crohn’s disease or celiac disease. Symptoms can include pain, diarrhea, vomiting, and blood in the stool.
    Enteritis is inflammation of your small intestine. It may also include your stomach (gastroenteritis) or colon (enterocolitis). It’s usually caused by a viral, bacterial or parasitic infection (food poisoning, stomach bug or the stomach flu). Sometimes it’s caused by radiation, drugs or disease.
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