100 Questions & Answers About Crohns Disease and Ulcerative Colitis: A Lahey Clinic Guide
by Warner, Andrew S.; Barto, Amy E.Edition: 2nd
Format: Paperback
Pub. Date: 2009-10-06
Publisher(s): Jones & Bartlett Learning
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Summary
Whether yours"re a newly diagnosed patient, or a friend or relative of someone suffering with Crohns Disease or Ulcerative Colitis, this book offers help. Completely revised and updated, 100 Questions & Answers About Crohns Disease and Ulcerative Colitis: A Lahey Clinic Guide, Second Edition provides authoritative, practical answers to common questions about this condition to help patients and families achieve a greater understanding of all aspects of dealing with Crohns Disease including treatment options, sources of support, and much more. This book is an invaluable resource for anyone coping with the physical and emotional turmoil of this disease.
Table of Contents
| Preface | p. ix |
| The Basics | |
| introduce Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis: | |
| What are Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis? | |
| How do you know if you have Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis? | |
| How common are Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis? I seem to know more and more people with it. | |
| Diagnosis | p. 17 |
| discuss how Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis are diagnosed, as well as the prognosis and other related diseases, such as: | |
| How are Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis diagnosed? | |
| Can I ever be cured of IBD, or will I have it for my entire life? | |
| Are Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis ever confused with other disorders? | |
| Medications | p. 43 |
| explain different types of medications used to treat Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, including: | |
| What is the role of topical therapy in treating proctitis, and is topical therapy used for treating anything else? | |
| What are biologies and who should get them? I've heard of infliximab (Remicade). Are there newer biologies available for the treatment of Crohn's and ulcerative colitis? | |
| Does having Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis mean I will be on medication for my entire life? | |
| Cancer and Dysplasia | p. 77 |
| discuss the relationship of cancer and dysplasia to Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, such as: | |
| Am I more likely to get colon cancer if I have ulcerative colitis? | |
| What is dysplasia and how is it related to cancer? | |
| Can I do anything to prevent getting colon cancer? | |
| Complications | p. 87 |
| review numerous complications that are associated with Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, including: | |
| What is toxic megacolon? | |
| I heard that people with Crohn's disease can get something called a fistula. Can you tell me what this is? | |
| I have ulcerative colitis and often pass blood with my bowel movements. Is this something I should worry about? | |
| Surgery | p. 101 |
| explain different surgery options used to treat this disease, such as: | |
| What types of operations are performed in Crohn's disease? | |
| What is the role of surgery in ulcerative colitis? | |
| What are some of the other complications found after ileal pouch surgery? | |
| Diet andNutrition | p. 119 |
| include helpful tips on how to best maintain a healthy diet, such as: | |
| How does having Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis affect my nutrition? | |
| Since I have to avoid fruits and vegetables due to my Crohn's disease, what can 1 do to lose weight? | |
| Is there a specific diet that I should follow if I have Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis? | |
| Extraintestinal Manifestations | p. 139 |
| discuss the affects Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis can have on the rest of your body, including: | |
| How can IBD affect my skin? | |
| My joints are often stiff and sore. Is this related to my IBD? | |
| Am I more likely to get osteoporosis if I have IBD and is there any way to prevent it? | |
| Sexuality, Reproductive Issues, andPregnancy | p. 163 |
| review issues surrounding sexuality, pregnancy, and the disease, like: | |
| Is it safe to have a baby if I have IBD? | |
| Can IBD affect fertility in men? | |
| Should 1 continue to take my IBD medications during pregnancy and are they safe to use during pregnancy? | |
| Lifestyle | p. 183 |
| discuss the potential affects of Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis on your lifestyle, such as: | |
| Does stress affect Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis? | |
| Do I have to take any precautions if I want to exercise? | |
| Can I drink alcohol if I have IBD? | |
| IBD in Children and the Elderly | p. 193 |
| explain IBD in children and the elderly: | |
| Does IBD occur in children? How is it different than in adults? | |
| Can IBD occur in the elderly? | |
| The Future ofCrohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis | p. 197 |
| Question 100 discusses the future of treatment options and diagnosis methods: | |
| What does the future hold for the diagnosis and treatment of Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis? | |
| Appendix | p. 199 |
| Glossary | p. 201 |
| Index | p. 215 |
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