Q Can IBD be cured? I'm curious how long the remission state lasts.
A With current technology, the goal for IBD is long-term remission maintenance rather than a cure. With appropriate treatment and lifestyle management kept up consistently, many people live for years without symptoms.
Detailed Answer
IBD is a chronic relapsing disease that follows a course of alternating remission (symptom resolution) and worsening rather than disappearing completely. Combining the latest biologic agents with lifestyle management can greatly extend the remission period, and a substantial number of patients maintain an active daily life for years. Colonoscopy follow-up is needed even during remission.
Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective
Korean medicine treatment focuses on complete recovery of the intestinal mucosa and maintenance of immune balance during remission, aiming to lower the frequency of worsening and extend the remission period. We build a long-term stable state together rather than chasing short-term effects.
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