Crohn's and Colitis For Dummies

An easy-to-digest guide to excellent coping

Digestive diseases like Crohn’s and colitis can be debilitating, but they don’t have to be. Crohn’s & Colitis For Dummies will guide you toward a clearer understanding of your symptoms, an accurate diagnosis, and a solid plan for living a full life and avoiding triggers. This book clears away the confusion around medications, surgeries, alternative therapies, and dietary restrictions, so you can find the unique mix of treatments you need to reclaim your life and thrive, despite digestive disease. You—and your gut—can do this!

• Defining and diagnosing Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis
• Seeking help from the right group of medical professionals
• Staying healthy and active
• Identifying and avoiding triggers
• Understanding pediatric Crohn’s and colitis