Crohn’S Disease
Overview
A chronic inflammation of the digestive tract that leads to abdominal pain, severe diarrhea, fatigue, weight loss and malnutrition..
Symptoms
Common symptoms include abdominal pain, diarrhea, malnutrition and fatigue.
Causes
The exact cause is unknown but heredity and malfunctioning immune system play a role.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis involves physical examination, lab tests and imaging tests to ascertain the condition and severity of the disease.
→ Common treatment options
→ How is this diagnosed?
Highlights
- Treatments can help manage condition, no known cure
- Diagnosed by medical professional
- Requires lab test or imaging
- Family history may increase likelihood
- Urgent medical attention recommended in severe cases
Medications
Anti-inflammatory drugs: To reduce inflammation.
Sulfasalazine . Mesalamine . Olsalazine
Immunosuppressants: Reduce the immune reaction.
Azathioprine . Tacrolimus
Biologics: Monoclonal antibodies are administered for immunosuppression.
Infliximab . Adalimumab . Certolizumab
Antibiotics: To control infection.
Ampicillin . Cefotaxime . Ciprofloxacin . Tetracycline
Anti-diarrheal agents: To control diarrhea.
Loperamide
→ Questions to ask your doctor
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For informational purposes only. Consult a medical professional for advice. Source: Focus Medica.
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