inflammatory bowel disease

American  

noun

1. any intestinal inflammatory disease, especially Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, of unknown cause. IBD

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inflammatory bowel disease Scientific  

/ ĭn-flăm′ə-tôr′ē /

1. Any of several chronic disorders of the gastrointestinal tract, especially Crohn's disease or an ulcerative form of colitis, characterized by inflammation of the intestine and resulting in abdominal cramping and persistent diarrhea.

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Example Sentences

Several Manhattan private-school parents said another key to getting extra time—and unlimited bathroom breaks—is enlisting a gastroenterologist to diagnose inflammatory bowel disease or irritable bowel syndrome.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

Healthy individuals had more of these bacteria than people with conditions such as inflammatory bowel disease, obesity, and chronic fatigue syndrome.

From Science Daily • Feb. 14, 2026

The company announced positive Phase 3 trial results for a drug to treat inflammatory bowel disease on July 23, while recent takeover speculation has spurred the stock higher.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 12, 2026

For example, University Hospital Southampton developed a virtual follow-up service for low-risk inflammatory bowel disease, enabling patients to access care and support remotely when they had flare-ups.

From BBC • Sep. 30, 2025

She temporarily relocated to Northern California to seek treatment for ulcerative colitis, an inflammatory bowel disease.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 4, 2024