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

Illnesses like lupus, inflammatory bowel disease and others have been added to the list of qualifying conditions as well. — Will Yakowicz, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026

Created to support, empower, and connect women living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and ostomies, Girls With Guts is a blog turned international sisterhood that helps participants develop deeper connections with their bodies. — Katie Camero, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2026

There's also positive data on prevention of respiratory tract infections and travelers diarrhea, and in the management of some inflammatory bowel diseases. — Will Stone, NPR, 22 June 2026

Queen also breaks down how HS can affect more than the skin, including its connection to inflammation throughout the body and conditions such as metabolic syndrome, insulin resistance, inflammatory bowel disease, arthritis, depression and anxiety. — Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 1 June 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