Inflammatory bowel disease
Seriousहिंदी: क्राबे रोग · தமிழ்: கிராபே நோய் · ಕನ್ನಡ: ಕ್ರಾಬ್ಬೆ ರೋಗ · తెలుగు: క్రాబ్బే వ్యాధి · বাংলা: ক্র্যাবে রোগ · मराठी: क्राबे रोग · ગુજરાતી: ક્રાબે રોગ
About this condition
IBD including ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease is increasingly recognized in India, especially in young adults. These chronic conditions cause inflammation of the intestine leading to bloody diarrhea, abdominal pain and weight loss. Diagnosis requires colonoscopy and treatment involves long-term medications to control inflammation.
Common symptoms
blood in stoolchronic diarrheaabdominal painweight lossfatigueurgency
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When to see a doctor: within 24-48 hours
Frequently asked questions
What are the symptoms of Inflammatory bowel disease?
blood in stool, chronic diarrhea, abdominal pain, weight loss, fatigue, urgency.
When should I see a doctor?
within 24-48 hours
Is Inflammatory bowel disease common in India?
Inflammatory bowel disease is commonly seen across India.
Important: This information is for general awareness only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified doctor. In an emergency, call 112.
Data sourced from NIH NLM and MOHFW India.
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