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Crohn's Disease
What it is
Crohn's disease is a chronic inflammatory disease, causing patchy inflammation of the lining of the intestines.
Symptoms
Abdominal pain (often in the lower right area of the abdomen), diarrhea, rectal bleeding, weight loss, arthritis and fever.
Who gets it
500,000 to 2 million people in the U.S.
Treatment
While the exact cause is not known, treatments can help alleviate the symptoms. Your doctor may prescribe anti-inflammatory drugs, nutritional supplements, surgery, or a combination of these options to control inflammation, correct nutritional deficiencies, and relieve symptoms.
While no special diet relieves symptoms, it is important to follow a nutritious diet, and avoid foods that worsen symptoms.
