Delayed growth and development can occur in children and adolescents with Crohn’s disease. The malabsorption of nutrients and the energy the body diverts to fighting inflammation can interfere ...

Multiple failings led to a patient with Crohn's disease having a hysterectomy without giving informed consent, an ombudsman ...

Medically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MD Crohn's disease is an inflammatory bowel disease that occurs when inflammation in ...

June 10, 2024 — Scientists have grown 'mini-guts' in the lab to help understand Crohn's disease, showing that 'switches' that modify DNA in gut cells play an important role in the disease ...

Crohn’s disease is a type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that can cause stomach cramps. Most people with Crohn’s experience frequent and severe cramps during a flare-up, but they can ...

Dr. Madeline Eckenrode is a med-peds physician serving patients in Birmingham, AL. These views are her own and do not reflect ...

If you have Crohn’s disease, symptoms such as abdominal pain and frequent bowel movements can prevent you from getting enough quality sleep and rest. These are just some of the reasons why ...

Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis are both inflammatory bowel diseases with similar symptoms. However, some key differences include the areas they affect, diagnostic tools, and treatment plans.

A study published today in the American Journal of Gastroenterology reveals significant disparities in healthcare utilization ...

Missing piece in Crohn’s disease is discovered—immune cells that vanish before symptoms even start! This groundbreaking discovery could lead to new ways to prevent and treat inflammation in the gut () ...

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Johnson & Johnson's Tremfya (guselkumab) for adult patients with moderately to severely active Crohn disease.

Women with Crohn’s disease may experience additional symptoms along with typical Crohn’s disease symptoms. Knowing what to expect can help you prepare for these and find ways to get relief.