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Crohn’s Disease Signs and Symptoms

Crohn’s disease is in the family of autoimmune diseases known as inflammatory bowel diseases.  Inflammatory bowel diseases involve an inflammatory reaction against the body’s gastrointestinal tract.  Crohn’s disease can affect any part of the digestive tract, from the mouth to the anus.  Crohn’s disease may also be referred to as regional enteritis or chronic ileitis.  We have put together a list of signs and symptoms of Crohn’s disease below.

Also, we have information on diagnosis, supportive natural therapies, helpful books and valuable resources for patients.

The Most Common Signs and Symptoms of Crohn’s Disease include:

  • Diarrhea
  • Bloody stools
  • Fatigue
  • Weight loss
  • Fistulas
  • Anemia
  • Abdominal pain in the lower abdomen
  • Growth retardation in children
  • Low-grade fever

Crohn’s Disease Diagnosis

The symptoms of Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis are very similar.  Ulcerative colitis affects only the lining of the colon, whereas Crohn’s disease can form painful lesions along the entire gastrointestinal tract.  Some helpful lab tests for diagnosing Crohn’s disease include small bowel series x-rays, an upper endoscopy, a serum B12 test, and an abdominal/pelvic CT scan.

Books for People With Signs and Symptoms of Crohn’s Disease:

The First Year: Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis: An Essential Guide for the Newly Diagnosed
Jill Sklar		 Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis: Everything You Need to Know (Your Personal Health)
Fred Saibil


Controlling Crohn’s Disease: The Natural Way
Tom Monte		 What to Eat with IBD: A Comprehensive Nutrition and Recipe Guide for Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis
Tracie M Dalessandro MS RD CDN

Crohn’s Disease Resources

General Patient Resources

  • Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America

Even though there is no cure at this time, CCFA’s research and education programs already have improved the health and quality of life of people with Crohn’s disease.

http://www.ccfa.org/info/about/crohns

  • Living With Crohn’s Disease

Get the Facts About Crohn‘s Disease Sign Up to Receive News & Updates

http://www.livingwithcrohnsdisease.com/

  • Crohn’s and Me

Utilize Crohn’s disease resources available to learn how to manage a lifestyle with Crohn’s.

http://www.crohnsandme.com/crohns-disease-resources/

  • HealingWell . com

Discussion forums, weekly chats, news, information and more in a moderated and supportive environment.

http://www.healingwell.com/community/default.aspx?f=17

  • Crohn’s Forum

A Crohns Disease , IBD, and Ulcerative Colitis online Support Forum

http://www.crohnsforum.com/

Medical Resources

  • Mayo Clinic

Addresses causes, symptoms, risk factors, treatment and drugs.

http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/crohns-disease/DS00104

  • MedicineNet . com

Crohn’ s Disease resources with articles, digestion topics and health solutions.

http://www.medicinenet.com/crohns_disease/article.htm