Crohn's Disease
By:Amaris
What is Crohn's Disease?
Crohn's disease is a form of inflammatory bowel disease. It causes abdominal pain, diarrhea, Weight loss, fever, rashes, anemia, and even inflammation of the eyes
Causes
A genetic mutation in the gene that plays a major part in the digestive system the NOD2 gene. It is mostly hereditary but depending on circumstances can occur from environmental factors.
Normally effects small intestine
Severe wieght loss and appetite reduction
Fever
Symptoms
- Fever
- Severe weight loss
- Abdominal pain and diarrhea
Ways to manage it
- Limit dairy and fat intake
- Avoid fiber
- Getting balanced nutrition