Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis: A Complete Guide for Patients

Preface
Contents
Chapter 1: The Digestive System: Structure and Function
	Structure
	Function
		Problems Can Occur in any Part of This Process from a Variety of Diseases, Including Crohn’s Disease
Chapter 2: Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis: Definitions and Symptoms
	Crohn’s Disease (CD)
		Symptoms
			Ileocolitis
			Ileitis
			Gastroduodenal Crohn’s
			Jejunoileitis
			Crohn’s Colitis
			Perianal Crohn’s
	Ulcerative Colitis (UC)
		Hemorrhoids
			Causes of Hemorrhoids
			Symptoms of Hemorrhoids
			Treatments for Hemorrhoids
		Complications of Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis
			Intestinal Obstruction
			Fistulas
			Perianal Disease
			Malnutrition
			Anemia
			Cancer
			Manifestations Outside the GI Tract (Extra Intestinal Manifestations)
			Complications Related to Treatment of IBD
Chapter 3: Cause(s) of Crohn’s and Ulcerative Colitis: Genetic and Environmental Influences
	Genetic Factors
	Lifestyle
		Smoking
		Diet
	The Microbiome
	Stress and Mental Health
	Low Vitamin D
	Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Agents (NSAIDs)
	Vaccines
Chapter 4: Diagnostic Testing
	Lab Testing
	Imaging
	Endoscopy
		Upper Endoscopy (EGD)
		Colonoscopy
		Capsule Endoscopy
Chapter 5: Medical Treatments for Crohn’s and Colitis
	5-Amino Salicylates (5-ASAs)
	Biologics
		Side Effects of Biologics
		Duration of Treatment
	Steroids
	Immunomodulators
		6-Mercaptopurine(6-MP)/Azathioprine (AZA)
		Methotrexate (MTx)
	Targeted Small Molecules
		Tofacitinib (Xeljanz)
		Upadacitinib (Rinvoq)
		Ozanimod (Zeposia)
	Antibiotics
Chapter 6: Complementary Therapies for IBD
	Probiotics
		How Do They Work?
	Prebiotics
	Cannabinoids (Marijuana)
	Curcumin (Turmeric)
	Omega 3 Fatty Acids
	Exercise
Chapter 7: Nutrition in IBD
	General Dietary Guidelines
	Potential Nutritional Deficiencies
		Vitamin B12
		Folate
		Vitamins A, D, E, K
		Magnesium
		Zinc
		Calcium
		Potassium
		Iron
	Nutritional Side Effects of Medications
		Crohn’s Flare, General Recommendations
		UC Flare, General Recommendations
Chapter 8: Surgical Options for Crohn’s and Colitis
	Surgery in UC
	Surgical Options in UC
	Surgical Options in CD
		Indications for Surgery in CD
		Postoperative Recurrence of Crohn’s Disease
Chapter 9: Living with IBD
	Lifestyle Measures for Common GI Complaints
		Heartburn
		Gas/Bloating/Excessive Flatus
		Lactose Intolerance
		Constipation
		Diarrhea
	Pain Management
		In General
		Abdominal Pain
		Rectal Pain
	Emotional Support
	Mental Health
	Education
	Living with an Ileostomy/Colostomy
	The Ileal Pouch Anal Anastomosis (IPAA) or “J Pouch”
Chapter 10: Fertility and Pregnancy with IBD
	Fertility
	Inheritance of IBD
	Prior to Pregnancy
	Medication Safety During Pregnancy
		Aminosalicylates (5-ASAs)
		Steroids
		6-Mercaptopurine (6-MP)/Azathioprine(AZA)
		Methotrexate
		Biologics
	During Pregnancy
	Delivery
	Breast Feeding and IBD Medications
		Vaccination of Infant
Chapter 11: Special Concerns in Pediatric and Elderly Patients with IBD
	Pediatric IBD
	Symptoms
	Diagnosis
	Treatment
		Nutritional Modalities
			Exclusive Enteral Nutrition (EEN)
			Specific Carbohydrate Diet (SCD)
			The Crohn’s Disease Exclusion Diet (CDED)
		Surgical Treatment
		Very Early-Onset IBD (VEO-IBD)
		Pediatric to Adult Transition
	Elderly Onset IBD
		Elderly Onset Ulcerative Colitis
		Elderly Onset Crohn’s Disease
		Treatment of Elderly Onset IBD
Chapter 12: Routine Health Maintenance, Vaccination, and Screening
	Screening
		Screening for Colon Cancer
		Pap Smear for Cervical Cancer
		Bone Health
		Screening for Skin Cancer
		Screening for Depression and Anxiety
		Cigarette Smoking
	Vaccinations
		Other Vaccinations
		Nutrition
		Use of Marijuana
		Other Interventions for Health Maintenance
Chapter 13: Extra-Intestinal Manifestations of IBD: Manifestations Outside the Gut
	Skin Manifestations
		Erythema Nodosum
		Pyoderma Gangrenosum (PG)
		Psoriasis
		Medication Side Effects
	Mouth
	Eye Problems
	Arthritis
	Liver Manifestations
		Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis (PSC)
	Other Manifestations
	Bone Loss
	Blood Clots
	Medication Side Effects
Chapter 14: Last Thoughts
	Keep a Log
	Financial Concerns
	Changing Doctors/Moving out of State or Country
	Travel-Related Concerns
	Work/School-Related Concerns
Appendix
	Recommended Resources
Index