What is Crohn's disease?

Take on Crohn's by
understanding your symptoms.

One of the best ways to help manage your Crohn’s disease is to learn more about it.¹ The fact is, Crohn's is an inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that causes inflammation of the lining of your digestive system, which can lead to flare-ups.²
For the more than half a million American men and women who have been diagnosed with Crohn’s, inflammation is at the root of their symptoms.¹
While the exact cause of Crohn’s remains unknown, researchers now believe that a combination of genetics, environmental factors, and an abnormal immune response may result in the inflammation of the digestive tract.²

Abdominal pain and cramping are two of the many symptoms.

These Crohn’s disease symptoms, which range from mild to severe² and vary widely from person to person¹ may also include²:

• Frequent diarrhea
• Fever
• Fatigue

• Anemia
• Reduced appetite
• Weight loss

Sidestepping your symptoms may be avoiding the problem.

Many people cope from day to day by sidestepping their Crohn's symptoms. They may change their diets, skip meals, or avoid certain public places.²
But all this effort to sidestep your symptoms, doesn't do much to address them. If you find yourself sidestepping your Crohn's symptoms, maybe it's time to speak with your doctor about what’s going on.
Use this interactive tool to help you have a more informed discussion.