with no known cause. The
intestines or bowels become
swollen and do not function well.
Crohn’s disease can affect the
small or large part of the bowel. It
is a long-term disease. You may
feel better for weeks or months or
you may have signs every day.
With care, most people with
Crohn’s disease lead full, active
lives.
Signs
Your Care
may also have:
• Blood or stool tests
• Colonoscopy - your doctor looks inside the rectum and colon through a
Although there is not a cure for Crohn’s disease, treatment to manage signs
may include: