Lesson 5: Knowing Your Treatment Options

From the basics to biologics, do you know your treatment options?

LESSON 5 OF 13 Knowing Your Treatment Options 6 MINUTES START LESSON Your IBD flares up — now what? Learn about the different treatment options, from long-term meds to short-term anti-inflammatories, and how to find the best for you.     Coming Up Your Next Lesson: Self-Care During a Flare Flares can be long, painful, and frustrating. Listening to your body is key — is it time to go for a walk or curl up with a heating pad? Learn what you can do to ease your discomfort during a flare. Revisit Previous Lessons   Lesson 4: Foods to Avoid Lesson 3: Prevent Flares and Avoid Triggers Lesson 2: Understanding IBD Lesson 1: Ready for Symptom Relief

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