New Delhi, May 24 -- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) is now seen as a common digestive problem, rather than a rare one. An increasing number of younger adults are visiting gastroenterologists for ongoing stomach problems. These issues are often confused with heartburn, food sensitivities, or stomach troubles caused by stress, and recognising early warning signs before serious intestinal damage occurs is important.

What is Inflammatory Bowel Disease?

IBD mainly consists of Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. Both these conditions cause long-lasting inflammation in the digestive system. IBD is an immune system condition that causes chronic inflammation, not an occasional upset stomach. This can cause periods of worsening symptoms (fl...