inflammatory bowel disease

noun

: either of two inflammatory diseases of the bowel:

a

: crohn's disease

b

: ulcerative colitis

Examples of inflammatory bowel disease in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Ulcerative colitis is a type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), a chronic disease that can worsen quality of life and cause complications if not effectively treated. — Health Editorial Team, HEALTH, 29 Oct. 2026

Another study found that saffron may protect against certain inflammatory conditions, including inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). — Carrie Madormo, Verywell Health, 26 Oct. 2026

Such claims are common among peptide promoters who say that various experimental peptides treat muscle injuries, covid, inflammatory bowel disease, and more. — Amy Maxmen, Miami Herald, 19 Oct. 2026

Over time, chronic inflammation can contribute to rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, inflammatory bowel disease and cardiovascular disease. — Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 11 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1977, in the meaning defined above

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Medical Definition

inflammatory bowel disease

noun

: either of two inflammatory diseases of the bowel:

a

: crohn's disease

b

: ulcerative colitis