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TREATMENTs at Navjivan - Crohn's disease
Crohn's Disease is a chronic inflammatory disease of the lower part of the small intestine, the ileum, although symptoms may be present in other parts of the intestinal tract.
Crohn's Disease is a chronic inflammatory disease of the lower part of the small intestine, the ileum, although symptoms may be present in any part of the intestinal tract. As the inflammation progresses, deep ulcers may form along the intestinal wall. Severe cases can result in anemia, intestinal obstructions and perforated bowel. The disease usually appears around the beginning of puberty and can affect both sexes. Women sufferers usually see a marked reduction in symptoms after menopause. Attacks have no apparent pattern and may occur every few weeks or only once or twice yearly. In rare cases, the disease disappears completely after only a few attacks. While a definite cause is not known, it is believed that heredity is a factor.
Crohn's may cause severe stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or rectal bleeding. The site of pain is sometimes the lower right abdomen and may appear to be appendicitis. Attacks can also be accompanied by high fever. Self-treatments include applying heating pads to the abdomen. During attacks, bed rest is strongly recommended. Eating a low-residue diet rich in vitamins and minerals may help symptoms. It is believed that gradually introducing small amounts of fiber to the diet between attacks also has a positive effect. For those suffering from food allergies or lactose intolerance, omit whole grains, milk, eggs and other foods which might be suspect. Foods that might cause diarrhea are to be avoided and alcohol consumption is strongly discouraged.
If temperature reaches over 101 degrees or blood is found in the stools, seek assistance from a physician immediately. Doctors may prescribe antibiotics to treat any abscesses or infections. The most commonly prescribed drug to relieve symptoms is Prednisone, which may be used in conjunction with pain relievers, vitamin supplements and anti-inflammatory medications. In severe cases, a small bowel biopsy, endoscopy, sigmoidoscopy or colonoscopy may be taken to ascertain the necessity for surgery. After surgery, many symptoms can significantly decrease although recurrence is common. The risk of bowel or colorectal cancers is increased for sufferers of Crohn's Disease.
Symptoms of Crohn's disease include: cramping, abdominal pain (often, but not always on the right lower side), diarrhea that may or may not contain blood, fever, weight loss. The disease usually starts in young adults with low grade fever and frequent diarrhea and cramping. Crohn's disease has been known to cause inflammation anywhere in the entire gastrointestinal system, from the mouth to the anus. Because this is a chronic condition, meaning it is continual, scar tissue can build up in the intestines and even cause blockage and can also cause tears called
Fistulas, that will connect the bowels to another part of the body like the vagina, the bladder or the skin itself in the lining of the intestine.
Besides the intestinal symptoms, Crowns can and often does, in more severe cases, cause other symptoms and affect other parts of the body. Crohn's can cause arthritis-like symptoms, with swelling and pain in the joints. It can also cause swelling and pain in the eyes, of the skin, in the liver, kidneys, or gallbladder.
There is no cure for Crohn's disease but there seem to be periods of remission when symptoms subside and periods of exacerbation when symptoms are at their worst. This disease is not believed to be hereditary. There is no cure but the disease is manageable.
The diagnosis consists of a physical exam, blood tests that will show low red blood cells and/or high white blood cell count. Also a colonoscopy and barium enema (small bowel x-ray) must be done to check out the inside of the rectum and colon. The primary treatment is controlling the symptoms and exacerbations.
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