Ileitis can be caused by many conditions, Crohn’s disease being the most common. Other causes include infections, effects of NSAIDs, ischemia and abnormal growths. Diagnosis of the exact cause of ileitis is critical to timely treatment and the treatment plan decided by your doctor.

Can ileitis be cured?

Crohn’s ileitis is thought to account for around 30% of cases of Crohn’s disease. It is a life-long chronic condition which cannot currently be cured and is part of a group of conditions known as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).

What does active ileitis mean?

ileitis, chronic inflammation of one or more sections of the intestine. In its strict sense, the term refers to an inflammation of the lower, or terminal, portion of the small intestine, known as the ileum.