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Although both illnesses can be seriously debilitating, there are several primary differences between Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) and Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). IBD is an autoimmune disorder that causes swelling and ulcerations (sores) in the bowel. IBS involves problems with motility (how the bowel moves contents through our intestines) and sensitivity (how the brain interprets sensations in the bowel). Symptoms of IBS may wax and wane and possibly disappear altogether whereas IBD is a chronic condition. |
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Chronic pancreatitis can damage the insulin-producing cells of the pancreas, diabetes may develop. If you have a family history of diabetes, you may be more likely to develop the disease. If this happens, you will need insulin or other medicines to keep blood glucose at normal levels.
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It is possible. 25% of patients who have been clinically identified as lactose intolerant, have celiac disease. In Canada, that means about 73,500 people have undiagnosed celiac disease which is the causal agent for their lactose intolerance. If you think you have celiac disease, you should speak with your doctor. |
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The reason could be that you are still unknowingly ingesting milk products. Milk and milk products are often added to processed food. Products that list whey, dry milk solids, dry milk powder, whey, curds contain lactose. Be sure to check the ingredients on food labels to see if there is lactose in food products that are not obviously milk-based. |
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Non-milk products that contain calcium include rhubarb, spinach, broccoli, salmon, sardines, soy milk and oranges among others. It is a good idea to speak with a nutritionist or dietitian if you or someone in your home is lactose intolerant. |
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Important: This information should not be used as a substitute for the medical care and advice of your physician.