IBD and Pregnancy
Written by: CDHF
Updated: October 11th, 2024
As of 2023, more than 320,000 Canadians are living with IBD. IBD affects people of all ages but the incidence (number of new cases per year) is increasing among children and teens, and thus a majority of people who live with IBD carry the diagnosis through their reproductive years. If you or your loved one has IBD, and want to start a family, there are several considerations to keep in mind to ensure a healthy, happy pregnancy.
At the 2016 CDHF Healthy Gut Summit, Dr. Vivian Huang gave an interesting presentation on what Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) is, the treatments available, and specifically how IBD affects pregnancy.
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