Intravenous (IV) Therapy At Patients Medical we can create an IV therapy protocol to specifically address your medical and lifestyle needs, from nutrition supplementation and treatment of migraines, to respiratory ailments, chronic conditions, and many more.
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) is a chronic condition in which all, or part, or your digestive tract is inflamed. There are several conditions that can exist under the umbrella of IBD:
IBD is never an acute condition. It is considered chronic and takes place over a period of years.
Unfortunately for patients suffering from IBD, there may be many causes. It is sometimes thought to be a condition related to diet, lifestyle, and/or stress. It is believed that stress can exacerbate existing IBD. The two most common areas that may be a cause of IBD are:
Because Inflammatory Bowel Syndrome is an umbrella term for multiple conditions, it is easiest to list the specific conditions with a list of symptoms below.
this condition is classified further by the specific symptoms:
Ulcerative Proctitis This condition is specific to the anus and is signaled by:
Proctosigmoiditis The inflammation involves the rectum and the lower portion of the colon, called the sigmoid colon.
Left-sided Colitis The rectum, sigmoid, and descending colon go up along the left side of the upper abdomen, hence the name.
Pancolitis This is usually present in the entire colon.
Fulminant Colitis Affecting the entire colon, this rare form of Colitis is life-threatening. It can result in a mega-colon which can eventually rupture if not treated.
It can occur in any area of the digestive tract but most commonly affects the small intestine and the colon. Bouts can be acute and intermittent.
Severe bouts of Crohn's disease can also manifest:
If a child has Crohn's Disease, it can slow his/her growth and potentially delay sexual development. An individual should always consult a doctor if there are any changes in bowel habits or if s/he experiences any of the indicators for Irritable Bowel Disease.
Our job at Patients Medical is to listen, to connect the dots between a patient's medical history, symptoms, and their underlying causes. Patients Medical is a superb place for women and men to secure integrative and holistic health care from providers who give personalized care, partner with the patient to focus on the root cause of their illness, support their recovery, and help them maintain good health.
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