IBD Care — Crohn’s & Colitis in Pune

Comprehensive IBD care — medical management, biologics, and surgery when needed

IBD Treatment in Pune

Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) — encompassing Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis — requires long-term, structured care. Dr. Kundan Kharde provides comprehensive IBD management in Pune, from initial diagnosis through medical therapy and surgical intervention when needed. Patients from Wakad, Hinjawadi, Baner, and surrounding areas benefit from coordinated care at Sharvari Hospital.

Dr. Kundan Kharde - IBD Specialist in Pune

Understanding IBD

IBD differs from IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) — IBD involves actual inflammation and tissue damage in the digestive tract, confirmed by endoscopy and biopsy. The two main types are ulcerative colitis (limited to the colon) and Crohn's disease (can affect any part of the GI tract). Both require ongoing monitoring and treatment adjustment.

Common Symptoms

Persistent diarrhoea (often bloody in UC), abdominal cramps, urgency, weight loss, fatigue, and fever during flares. Crohn's disease may additionally present with mouth ulcers, perianal fistulas, and strictures causing obstruction.

Treatment Approach

Dr. Kharde follows a step-up approach: starting with aminosalicylates (5-ASA) for mild disease, escalating to steroids for acute flares, immunomodulators (azathioprine, methotrexate) for maintenance, and biologics for moderate-to-severe or refractory cases. Surgical options are discussed when medical therapy fails or complications arise.

Surgical Management

When surgery is indicated — bowel obstruction, abscess, fistula, perforation, or failed medical therapy — Dr. Kharde performs laparoscopic bowel resection, strictureplasty, and abscess drainage. For ulcerative colitis, total colectomy with ileal pouch-anal anastomosis (IPAA) offers a curative option.

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FAQs about IBD Treatment in Pune

What is IBD (Inflammatory Bowel Disease)?

IBD is a group of chronic inflammatory conditions affecting the gastrointestinal tract — primarily Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. Symptoms include persistent diarrhoea, abdominal pain, rectal bleeding, weight loss, and fatigue. Early diagnosis and structured management reduce complications.

How is IBD diagnosed?

Diagnosis involves a combination of colonoscopy with biopsy, blood tests (CRP, ESR, CBC), stool tests (calprotectin), and imaging (CT or MRI enterography). Dr. Kharde coordinates investigations to confirm the type and extent of disease before planning treatment.

What treatments does Dr. Kharde offer for IBD?

Treatment is tailored to disease type and severity — ranging from aminosalicylates and steroids for mild-moderate disease, to immunomodulators and biologics for refractory cases. Surgical options including strictureplasty or bowel resection are available when medical management is insufficient.

When does IBD require surgery?

Surgery may be indicated for complications such as bowel obstruction, perforation, abscess, fistula formation, or disease not responding to medical therapy. In ulcerative colitis, colectomy can be curative. Dr. Kharde discusses surgical timing honestly based on disease behaviour.

Can IBD be cured permanently?

Ulcerative colitis can be effectively cured with total colectomy when indicated. Crohn's disease currently has no definitive cure, but structured medical management can achieve and maintain remission for extended periods. Treatment goals focus on symptom control and mucosal healing.

What is the cost of IBD treatment in Pune?

IBD management costs vary widely based on disease severity, medication type (biologics cost more), and whether surgery is needed. Dr. Kharde provides a clear treatment plan and cost estimate after evaluation. Call +91 99602 83338 to schedule a consultation.

Does Dr. Kharde manage IBD-related fistulas?

Yes. Perianal fistulas are a common complication of Crohn's disease. Dr. Kharde combines medical therapy (antibiotics, immunomodulators) with surgical options (seton placement, VAAFT, LIFT) based on fistula complexity and disease activity.

Where can I consult Dr. Kharde for IBD in Pune?

Consultations are available at Wakad (Pimple Nilakh), Baner, and Hinjawadi clinics. Procedures are performed at Sharvari Hospital, Pimple Nilakh. Call or WhatsApp +91 99602 83338 for appointments.

Procedure-specific care details for IBD Treatment

Combines symptom profiling, endoscopic correlation, and surgical referral criteria for Crohn’s/UC complications.
Focuses on integrated care with escalation when strictures, fistulas, or refractory disease appears.
Nutrition and flare-trigger tracking are included in long-term control planning.

Recovery timeline

Initial weeks: flare control and diagnosis stabilization
Month 1-3: treatment response tracking
Long-term: relapse prevention and complication surveillance

Expected treatment cost range

Typical range: INR 8,000 to INR 1,20,000+

Medical management and biologic pathways vary widely in cost.
Surgery for complications carries separate cost structures.

Additional FAQs specific to IBD Treatment

How is IBD different from IBS?

IBD is inflammatory and can cause structural bowel damage, while IBS is functional without inflammatory tissue injury.

When does IBD need surgery?

Surgery may be needed for strictures, perforation risk, severe bleeding, or refractory complications.

Can diet alone control IBD?

Diet helps symptom control, but many patients require medical therapy for inflammation control.

Fistula care in Pune

Anal discharge, recurrent abscess, or a stubborn opening near the anus may mean a fistula—not just piles. Explore Dr. Kharde's fistula hub and specialist page before you decide.

This procedure is performed at Sharvari Hospital

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