Overview
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) is an umbrella term to define conditions associated with inflammation of the intestines. While it is often assumed to be an auto-immune condition, it could also be caused due to the immune system attacking pathogens present in the intestines, thereby causing inflammation. Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn’s disease are the two major types of IBD. IBD can be debilitating and requires serious medical attention.