Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) describes a group of conditions, the two main forms of which are Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. IBD also includes indeterminate colitis. One in 140 Canadians is living with Crohn’s and colitis. 

Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis are diseases that inflame the lining of the GI (gastrointestinal) tract and disrupt your body’s ability to digest food, absorb nutrition, and healthily eliminate waste. These are lifelong diseases. People with these conditions can experience acute periods of active symptoms (active disease or flare), and other times when their symptoms are absent (remission).

Signs and symptoms

– Abdominal pain and cramping
– Severe diarrhea
– Rectal bleeding
– Blood in stool
– Weight loss and diminished appetite
– Anemia
– Fatigue

Complications: 

– Blockage of the intestine due to swelling or formation of scar tissue
– Abscesses
– Sores
– Fistulas
– Malnutrition
– Colon cancer

Causes and risk factors of Crohn’s and colitis include genetics, the environment, and the microbiome.

The exact cause of Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis remains unknown, and as a result, there is no cure for these diseases. However, medical treatment is available to manage the symptoms and improve the quality of life of patients affected by these conditions. 

Drug treatment

– Corticosteroids
– Immune modifiers
– Biologic therapies
– Exclusive formula diet in children.

Surgery

– Repair fistulas
– Remove obstruction
– Resection
– Anastomosis

Apollo Cannabis Clinic is an evidence-based clinic that has been conducting observational research on medical cannabis and conditions since 2014.

We offer free appointments to all Canadians, 7 days a week. Our healthcare professionals and patient educators are here to support you along your journey, from booking your first appointment to setting you up with a dosing schedule and helping select your products (medication). 

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