Ileitis

Ileitis is inflammation in the ileum, which is part of the small intestine. It is most commonly caused by Crohn’s disease, but sometimes, other conditions, like infections or ischemia can cause it. Overuse of over-the-counter pain medications may also cause ileitis in some people.

Can a person recover from ileitis?

It is possible to recover from an acute episode of ileitis, but if this condition occurs with Crohn’s disease, it is likely to be chronic. Crohn’s is an inflammatory bowel disease that typically involves periods of remission and relapse. Treatment can make symptoms of Crohn’s disease manageable, but it is possible to experience serious complications with this condition.

Does everyone with ileitis have Crohn’s disease?

While Crohn’s disease is the most common cause of ileitis, it is possible to experience ileitis without having Crohn’s disease. For example, an intestinal infection or irritation may cause a temporary bout of ileitis.

How is ileitis treated?

Treatment for ileitis depends upon the cause. A doctor may perform an X-ray to examine the small intestine and determine the cause of ileitis and the best course of treatment. If ileitis occurs through the course of Crohn’s disease, you will likely require medications to treat it. Many people with Crohn’s disease also require surgery at some point.

Common Symptoms

“I have painful bouts of diarrhea, and during these bouts, I have blood in my stool.”
“I have abdominal cramping, along with a lack of appetite, which has caused weight loss.”
“I developed fever and abdominal pain, and I had diarrhea that didn’t get better with over-the-counter medications.”

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Other than waiting almost an hour for my colonoscopy, everything went well. The staff was friendly and clear on the procedure. They have a ton of availability, easy to get in.

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We’re proud of our team here at Digestive Health Institute. Our health care providers include some of the very best colorectal surgeons, gastroenterologists and physician assistants. To learn more about our qualified team of specialists, please visit our providers page.

Amir Abadir MD, FRCPC

Anezi E. Bakken MD, MS

Sante D. Bologna MD, FACP

M. Emin Donat MD, FRCPC

Partha S. Nandi

Jack Tocco DO

John R. Weber MD

Richard T. Wille MD

Tusar Desai MD

Aalia Saeed, MD

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What happens during my first visit?

If you are a new patient, you can expect to have a complete physical exam. You will also be asked detailed questions about your current problems and your past medical history, your current medications, allergies, your family history and other pertinent medical information. If you are taking medications, please bring a completed medical history form with you to your appointment. Once the physician has reviewed your medical information and completed the physical examination, a plan of care will be developed. You may need to be seen again in the office, be referred back to your family physician for follow-up care, or require additional testing. If additional tests are needed, we will assist you in scheduling these tests.

What if I need to schedule an endoscopic procedure?

An endoscopic procedure allows the physician to visualize a part of your gastrointestinal tract with a special instrument called an endoscope. If your family physician has ordered testing, you will be contacted by telephone by one of our staff members. If a physician orders testing and you are in the office, the procedure can generally be scheduled during the course of your visit. You will be given a date, time, and location for the test, as well as written instructions telling you how to prepare for the test. If you have any questions about the procedure, please feel free to ask one of our staff members or the physician.

How do I get test results?

We ask that you wait 10 to 14 days before contacting us for results. Often results come from several different sources. This information needs to be compiled and reviewed by your physician before you can be appropriately advised.

What insurances do you accept?

We accept payment from most insurance companies including Medicare, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Blue Care Network, Physicians Health Plan, Cofinity, Sparrow Professional Health Network, Medicaid, McLaren, Health Plus, and several others. Accepted insurances are subject to change at any time without notice.

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All patients are responsible for all copays and deductibles at the time of service.

If you have any questions regarding your benefits or insurance coverage, please contact our Billing Department at 248-844-9710.

What if I need to contact the doctor?

To contact your doctor during business hours please call our main number 248-844-9710. If you have an urgent need to speak with the doctor after hours, you will be rerouted to our after hours answering service, and your doctor will be paged. In the case of a medical emergency please proceed directly to the nearest hospital emergency room.

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