Digestive System Disorders
Resources and information on ulcerative colitis, crohn's disease, IBS, diverticulitus, and other common digestive ailments
Common Ailments:
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Crohn's Disease
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Diverticulitus
- Acid Reflux
- Ulcers
- Pseudomembranous Colitis
- Celiac Disease
- Autoimmune Hepatitis
- Biliary Atresia
- Hepatitis C
- Acute Pancreatitis
- Appendicitis
Other Articles:
- What Causes Crohn's Disease
- Alternative Treatment For Acid Reflux
- Acid Reflux Diet
- Coping With Diverticulitis
- Ulcerative Colitis Diet
- Digestive Disorders, pH Balance And You
- Surgical Options For Ulcerative Colitis
- Acid Reflux Myths
Crohn's Disease
Crohn's Disease is an inflammatory bowel disease, causing inflammation of the intestinal walls. Most often Crohn's affects the lower part of the small intestine. However, the inflammation may spread to the entire digestive tract, from the mouth to the anus.
Symptoms of Crohn's Disease include abdominal pain, diarrhea, rectal bleeding, weight loss, and fever. There may be periods when one suffering from Crohn's shows no symptoms, sometimes for a long time.
The causes of Crohn's Disease are unknown, but one theory suggests an bacterium or virus which affects the immune system, triggering an inflammation in the wall of the intestine.
***DISCLAIMER***
This site is meant only to provide information and resources about digestive
system disorders. It is not meant to diagnose any digestive
problems. If you suspect you may have some digestive disorder, then
please, see your doctor, and get his professional opinion and advice.