Crohn’s disease and Ulcerative colitis are long term auto-immune inflammatory conditions of the large or small bowel. These conditions frequently onset in adolescents and young adults and the incidence rate is increasing. The increasing incidence is probably related to changes in diet and other lifestyle factors over the past few decades. Common symptoms include abdominal pain, diarrhoea and generally not feeling well/fatigue.
Consultation with a specialist is the first step to diagnosis or exclusion of these conditions. Usually a colonoscopy and MRI is required to make an exact diagnosis and to plan therapy.
The specialists at Gastroenterology Associates Miranda encourages diagnosed patients to become a member of Crohn’s and Colitis Australia (CCA). CCA is a patient focused charity for people living with inflammatory bowel disease. It provides balanced and updated information regarding the conditions and their treatment.
