Understanding Crohn's disease

We were also joined by Anthea Truebody and Darren Manuel. We were talking about Crohn's disease, which is a chronic inflammatory disease of the intestines. It primarily causes ulcerations in the small and large intestines, but can affect the digestive system anywhere between the mouth and the anus. They explained more about the symptoms and whether it is treatable or not. It is reported that most patients with Crohn's disease will experience periodic increases in activity of the disease when symptoms of abdominal pain, fever, diarrhea, and rectal bleeding worsen. Medications for the treatment of active Crohn's disease include salicylate preparations, corticosteroids, antibiotics, and medications that suppress body immunity. Anthea has started a support group for people interesting in knowing more about this disease. For more information email Anthea to antheat@vodamail.co.za or you can join her facebook group by visit www.facebook.com
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