Crohn's and Colitis For Dummies

For Dummies

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UPC:
9781118439593
Binding:
Paperback
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Publication Date:
5/28/2013
Author:
Tauseef Ali
Language:
english
Edition:
1
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The ultimate reference for those with Crohn's and colitis and their family and friends

Crohn's disease and colitis are frustrating, often debilitating gastrointestinal diseases that can have a severe impact on the overall health of those who suffer from them. According to the latest estimates, more than 600,000 patients in North America have Crohn's disease. Written by a physician specialising in the treatment of IBDs, Crohn's and Colitis For Dummies is a complete plain-English guide to understanding, treating, and living well with these diseases.

  • Helps readers actively recognize symptoms of Crohn's and colitis and explains the diagnostic procedures doctors use to identify these diseases
  • Outlines how the whole body is affected by Crohn's and colitis, and the potential hazards of letting the disease go untreated
  • Offers expert advice and guidance on controlling Crohn's and colitis with diet and outlines the treatment options of medicines and surgery, including the various risks and benefits of each
  • Provides practical advice for parents of children with Crohn's and colitis with insights into how children's treatment options can differ from those of adults