List of Contributors

ix

Preface   Cheryl Blank, D.O.

xiii

Acknowledgments

xv

PART I

INTRODUCTION TO IBD

1

An Overview of Inflammatory Bowel Disease

3

2

IBD Causes and Risk Factors

16

3

Why is it so Difficult to Diagnose IBD?

28

PART II

DIAGNOSING IBD

4

The Symptoms of IBD

35

5

How to Prepare for a Visit to Your Child’s IBD Doctor

54

6

Office Visits and Procedures for Children With IBD

62

7

Laboratory Testing

69

8

Imaging Studies

74

9

Endoscopic Exams

82

PART III

TREATING IBD

10

Medications

99

11

Surgery

126

12

Managing Specific Problems

139

13

The Role of Nutrition

158

PART IV

LIVING WITH IBD

14

Family Life

181

15

Different Ages, Different Issues

187

16

Complying with Treatment

200

17

School Days

205

18

Insurance and Other Financial Issues

209

PART V

AS A CHILD GROWS UP

19

Transitions from School to Work and Independent Living

215

20

Transitions from Pediatric to Adult Health Care Providers

232

PART VI

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

21

Complementary and Alternative Medicine

239

22

Where to Get Additional Help and Information

246

23

Frequently Asked Questions

249

Appendix

A Guide to IBD Medications by Trade Name, Generic Name, and Medication Class

257

Glossary

263

Index

273