How Do You Know Crohns Disease Symptoms?
The chronic inflammatory disease of the digestive tract known as Crohn’s disease can cause a constellation of symptoms. Most symptoms are gastrointestinal in nature but, since the disease is tied to the immune system, other body systems are affected as well. Some of the symptoms are also associated with other inflammatory bowel diseases, so it’s important to know the entire range of symptoms associated with the disease. Evaluate whether any diarrhea you have seems excessive in duration. In patients with Crohn’s disease, the colon is unable to absorb the abnormal amounts of water and salt due to inflammation. This excess fluid can cause frequent and loose stools, sometimes upwards of 10 times a day. Note any unusual abdominal pain, which is one of the most common symptoms of Crohn’s disease. Since inflammation causes the colon walls to swell, normal digestive activity creates pain, cramping and possibly even nausea. You may also notice a decrease in your appetite and some weight loss as
