Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) is a broad term that represents a group of intestinal disorders that cause prolonged inflammation of the digestive tract. The two most common inflammatory bowel diseases are ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease.
Dr. Vikrant Kale has successfully completed Fellowship in Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) from Oxford University (UK) in 2018 and has experience in treating various IBD diseases such as ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease. These things make an IBD Specialist in Pune or Crohn’s & Colitis specialist in Pune. If you have to face any problem with IBD Disease then you must visit Dr. Vikrant Kale for expert advice.
What are the types of IBD?
Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis are the main types of IBD. Types include:
- Crohn’s disease: Crohn’s disease can affect any part of the digestive tract between the mouth and the anus. However, it most commonly develops in the final section of the small intestine and colon. They also suggest that Crohn’s disease is most likely to develop when a person is aged 20–29
- Ulcerative colitis: This condition causes inflammation in the large intestine or colon.
- Microscopic colitis causes intestinal inflammation that’s only detectable with a microscope.
What are the symptoms of IBD?
inflammation and where it occurs. Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis cause similar symptoms. some common symptoms are:
- Persistent diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
- Rectal bleeding/bloody stools
- Weight loss
Rarely, IBD may also cause:
- Fatigue
- Fever
- Itchy, red, painful eyes
- Joint pain
- Nausea and vomiting
- Skin rashes and sores (ulcers)
- Vision problems
If you notice the above symptoms then you must visit the IBD Specialist Gastroenterologist in Pune because People with IBD have a higher risk of developing colon (colorectal) cancer.
How is IBD diagnosed?
The Diagnosis process of IBD is important because Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis cause similar symptoms due to this accurate diagnosis are very important. Dr. Vikrant Kale IBD Specialist in Pune who diagnose patient with below test such as
You may also get one or more of these diagnostic tests:
- Colonoscopy: It is used to examine the large and small intestines.
- EUS (endoscopic ultrasound): It is used to check the digestive tract for swelling and ulcers.
- Flexible sigmoidoscopy: It is used to examine the inside of the rectum and anus.
- Imaging scan: These tests include CT scan or MRI
- Upper endoscopy: It helps to examine the digestive tract from the mouth to the start of the small intestine.
IBD Treatment in Pune:
Dr. Vikrant Kale provides the best treatment for IBD disease in Pune The most common treatments for IBD are medications and surgery, which the sections below will discuss in more detail.
- Medication: Medications can help control inflammation so you don’t have symptoms
- Surgery: Surgery is needed when medications no longer provide symptom relief. As per Data 7 in 10 people with Crohn’s disease eventually need surgery and after 30+ years of living with ulcerative colitis, about 1 in 3 people need surgery.
How can I prevent inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)?
While there isn’t anything you can do to prevent IBD, certain dietary and lifestyle changes may control the symptoms. You can:
- Eat smaller meals every two to four hours.
- Find healthy ways to manage stress, such as meditation.
- Get plenty of sleep and stay physically active.
- Keep a food diary to identify foods that trigger IBD flares.
- Reduce foods that irritate the intestines.
How to Book Appointment With IBD Specialist in Pune :
In Pune, most gastroenterologists treat IBD disease but Dr. Vikrant Kale is a gastroenterologist in Pune who can successfully complete Fellowship in Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and Upper & Lower GI Endoscopy from Oxford University (UK) in 2018. Also, his special interests are in Inflammatory bowel disease (Ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, Microscopic colitis) treatment. Also, He has done around 3000 gastroscopies, 2000 colonoscopies, and 700 ERCPs until now. These make him one of the best IBD Specialists in Pune. For more information about our comprehensive treatment options, or to request an appointment with the best Gastroenterologist in Pune call 09763635252 / 07558423708 or Click on Book Appointment for online booking with your near hospital
