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Important facts about Crohn’s disease

Crohn’s disease is part of a larger group of illnesses called inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD). Crohn’s disease is a chronic, or long-term, condition that causes inflammation in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract, also known as the digestive system.

Which part of the GI tract can be impacted by Crohn’s?

Inflammation due to Crohn’s can affect any part of the GI tract, which is one of the ways it is different from other inflammatory diseases like ulcerative colitis, where inflammation is in the large intestine (colon and rectum).

Excess inflammation can cause intestinal damage

Inflammation is your body’s normal response to protect against something your immune system thinks will cause harm. When excess inflammation caused by your immune system doesn’t go away, it can cause damage and lead to conditions like Crohn’s disease.

Everyone experiences Crohn’s differently

Symptoms of Crohn’s disease can range from mild to severe and vary depending on the person and affected area(s) of the GI tract. And because Crohn’s is a progressive condition, it’s important to understand that symptoms may change or even get worse over time.

Common Crohn’s disease symptoms include:

Abdominal pain

Persistent diarrhea

Bowel urgency

Weight loss

Fatigue

The causes of Crohn’s are unclear

Though the exact causes of Crohn’s disease are not known, a few contributing factors have been identified, including a person’s immune system, genetics, and environmental factors.

of people living with Crohn’s have a family member with the disease.

Partner with a gastro

Because Crohn’s is a progressive disease, it can get worse over time and may lead to further complications if inadequately treated. That’s why it’s important to team up with a gastroenterologist early on to recognize the signs and set treatment goals that include controlling inflammation as soon as possible.

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Are Crohn’s symptoms impacting your day-to-day?

Many people living with Crohn’s disease keep experiencing flare-ups, which can occur between periods of remission. Unfortunately, these flare-ups are unpredictable, but you can manage them by working proactively with your gastroenterologist. To prepare for your visit, use our treatment discussion tool.