$Unique_ID{BRK02172} $Pretitle{} $Title{A Resource About Crohn's Disease and Colitis} $Subject{Crohn's Disease Colitis ileitis, ulcerative spastic irritable bowel syndrome information Foundation} $Volume{} $Log{} Copyright (c) 1993 Tribune Media Services, Inc. A Resource About Crohn's Disease and Colitis ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Questions about bowel disease are frequent, and it is easy to understand the confusion when there are so many terms, and when so many Americans are affected with one type of disorder or another. Crohn's Disease, ileitis, ulcerative colitis, spastic colitis, and irritable bowel syndrome provoke anxiety and fear; and the need to know is not exaggerated but real, as the symptoms cause serious disruptions in the life of those who suffer with these diseases and disorders. However, there is an extremely valuable source of information and answers to all the questions you may have. It is called the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America (CCFA). Their national headquarters are at 444 Park Avenue South, New York, NY 10016-7374. They are ready and prepared to help all people with Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis, and have a booklet available upon request. It is entitled "Questions and Answers about Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis" and it can provide you with the information you seek. You have but to call their toll-free information HOTLINE, 1 800-343-3637 to receive this booklet or any of their other material. ---------------- The material contained here is "FOR INFORMATION ONLY" and should not replace the counsel and advice of your personal physician. Promptly consulting your doctor is the best path to a quick and successful resolution of any medical problem.