Educational information only
IBDmate provides educational information to help people understand inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), its management and treatments.
The information provided on IBDmate is for general educational purposes and is not intended to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. It should not be used to make decisions about your medical care without consulting an appropriate healthcare professional.
Always seek advice from your healthcare team about your own health, symptoms and treatment.
Content review process
Our educational content is developed with input from healthcare professionals and people living with IBD.
Clinical content undergoes appropriate review before publication and is reviewed periodically to help ensure it remains accurate and up to date. Medical knowledge and clinical guidance can change over time, and we cannot guarantee that all information will always reflect the most recent guidance.
If you have a question about our content, believe something may be inaccurate or out of date, or would like more information about our content review process, please contact us.
Patient experiences
IBDmate includes stories and experiences shared by people living with IBD. These reflect individual experiences and should not be considered medical advice.
Everyone's experience of IBD is different, and treatments or approaches that work for one person may not be appropriate for another.
Individual care
Healthcare professionals may recommend different investigations, treatments or approaches depending on your individual circumstances.
Information on IBDmate may not be applicable to every person or healthcare setting. Your healthcare team is best placed to advise you about your individual care.
Emergencies
IBDmate does not provide emergency or urgent medical advice and is not monitored for urgent medical concerns.
If you are concerned about your symptoms or think you need urgent medical attention, contact your healthcare team or local urgent or emergency medical services.
About IBDmate
IBDmate is developed by IBDrelief to support people living with inflammatory bowel disease through trusted educational information, patient experiences and practical resources.