Explore Treatments for Crohn’s Disease

Crohn’s disease is a chronic condition that causes inflammation in the digestive tract. It can affect any part of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract, but most often impacts the end of the small intestine and the beginning of the large intestine. Unlike some conditions, Crohn’s can involve all layers of the intestinal wall, and there may be healthy sections of bowel in between areas of inflammation. Common symptoms include persistent diarrhea (loose, watery, or frequent bowel movements), cramping and abdominal pain, fever, sometimes rectal bleeding, loss of appetite and weight loss and fatigue. Crohn’s disease can also affect other parts of the body outside the digestive tract, such as the joints, eyes, skin, and liver. The exact cause of Crohn’s disease is unknown. The inflammation in the GI tract causes the walls of the intestines to thicken and can lead to different types of Crohn’s depending on the area affected, which may include the small intestine, large intestine, rectum, or even the mouth.