What is another word for inflammatory bowel disease?
Pronunciation: [ɪnflˈamətəɹˌi bˈa͡ʊə͡l dɪzˈiːz] (IPA) 
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a condition that affects the digestive system, causing inflammation in the lining of the digestive tract. This condition can cause a range of symptoms, such as abdominal pain, diarrhea, and fatigue. There are various synonyms for IBD, including chronic inflammatory bowel disease (CIBD), and inflammatory bowel syndrome. Another term commonly used to describe IBD is Crohn's disease, which specifically refers to a form of IBD that affects the small intestine. Other related conditions include ulcerative colitis, which is another form of IBD that affects the large intestine. While these terms may differ slightly in their definition, they all refer to a group of conditions that cause inflammation in the digestive system.
