Crohns Disease
Crohns Disease
What is it? * Crohns disease , causes inflammation, swelling , and irritation of any part of the digestive system
Symptoms
* Related to Inflammation * Persistent Diarrhea * Rectal bleeding * Abdominal cramps and pain * General symptoms that may also be * Fever * Loss of appetite * Weight Loss * Night sweats * Loss of normal menstrual cycle
Causes of Crohns Disease * Crohn’s disease may affect as many as 700,000 Americans. Men and Women are equally likely to be affected, and while the disease can occur at any age, Crohn's is more accurate between the ages of 15 and 35. * The causes of Crohn’s Disease are not well understood. Many researchers suggests that genetics contribute to the development of Crohn’s Disease. * Crohn’s Disease tends to run in families, so if you or a close relative have the disease, your family members have a significantly good chance of developing Crohn’s. * The environment in which you live also appears to play a role. Crohn’s is more common in developed countries rather than undeveloped countries, in urban rather than rural areas, and in northern rather than southern climate
Diagnoises & Testing * First, your doctor will conduct a standard physical exam of your body and interview you to learn more about your general health, diet, family history, and environment. * Early steps in the diagnostic process can include laboratory tests of blood and stool matter, as well as X-rays of the upper and lower GI tract.
Treatment
* Combinations of treatments are available. Each patient’s situation is different and treatment must be followed for each circumstance. * Medication * Can be used to decrease the frequency of symptoms. * Diet & Nutrition * It is essential to maintain good nutrition because Crohn’s often reduces your appetite while increasing your body’s energy needs. * Surgery
What is it? * Crohns disease , causes inflammation, swelling , and irritation of any part of the digestive system
Symptoms
* Related to Inflammation * Persistent Diarrhea * Rectal bleeding * Abdominal cramps and pain * General symptoms that may also be * Fever * Loss of appetite * Weight Loss * Night sweats * Loss of normal menstrual cycle
Causes of Crohns Disease * Crohn’s disease may affect as many as 700,000 Americans. Men and Women are equally likely to be affected, and while the disease can occur at any age, Crohn's is more accurate between the ages of 15 and 35. * The causes of Crohn’s Disease are not well understood. Many researchers suggests that genetics contribute to the development of Crohn’s Disease. * Crohn’s Disease tends to run in families, so if you or a close relative have the disease, your family members have a significantly good chance of developing Crohn’s. * The environment in which you live also appears to play a role. Crohn’s is more common in developed countries rather than undeveloped countries, in urban rather than rural areas, and in northern rather than southern climate
Diagnoises & Testing * First, your doctor will conduct a standard physical exam of your body and interview you to learn more about your general health, diet, family history, and environment. * Early steps in the diagnostic process can include laboratory tests of blood and stool matter, as well as X-rays of the upper and lower GI tract.
Treatment
* Combinations of treatments are available. Each patient’s situation is different and treatment must be followed for each circumstance. * Medication * Can be used to decrease the frequency of symptoms. * Diet & Nutrition * It is essential to maintain good nutrition because Crohn’s often reduces your appetite while increasing your body’s energy needs. * Surgery