Crohn's Disease

What is Crohn's Disease? Crohn's disease is a chronic inflammatory disease of the intestinal tract. It primarily cause ulcerations ( breaks in the lining ) of small and large intestines, but can affect the digestive system anywhere from mouth to anus.

What are the causes of Crohn's Disease?
Research shows that the inflammation seen in the gastrointestinal tract of people with Chrohn's Disease involves several factors like heredity, environment and the patients immune system.

Symptoms of Crohn's Disease include abdominal pain, diarrhoea, weight loss and rectal bleeding.