This document provides an overview of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). It discusses the spectrum of IBD, which includes ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. The pathogenesis of IBD involves genetic, environmental, immune, and microbial factors that lead to chronic gut inflammation. Ulcerative colitis causes inflammation of the colon only, while Crohn's disease can impact any part of the gastrointestinal tract. The document outlines the clinical presentation, diagnosis, and management of both conditions, including medications like 5-aminosalicylic acid and biological therapies. It emphasizes achieving mucosal healing as the primary treatment goal for controlling symptoms and modifying the long-term course of IBD.