Inflammatory Bowel Disease

The aims of treatment for ulcerative colitis are to control inflammation, relieve symptoms and ensure healing of the bowel. Treatment also supports your child’s growth and helps them get the vitamins and minerals they need.

The aims of treatment for Crohn’s disease are to control inflammation, relieve symptoms and heal the surface of the bowel. Treatment also helps support your child’s growth and helps them get the vitamins and minerals they need.

Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis are inflammatory bowel diseases. In tamariki (children), they can cause tummy pain, watery poo (diarrhoea) and weight loss. If your child has these symptoms, take them to a health professional.