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Crohn's disease affects men and women equally and seems to run in some families.
Crohn's disease causes inflammation in the small intestine. Crohn's disease usually occurs in the lower part of the small intestine, called the ileum, but it can affect any part of the digestive tract. The inflammation extends deep into the lining of the affected organ. The inflammation can cause pain and can make the intestines empty frequently.
Crohn's disease is disease that cause inflammation in the intestines. Crohn's disease can be difficult to diagnose because its symptoms are similar to other intestinal disorders. The most common symptoms of Crohn's disease are abdominal pain, often in the lower right area. Bleeding, weight loss, and fever may also occur.
Treatment for Crohn's disease depends on the location and severity of disease, complications, and response to previous treatment. The goals of treatment are to control inflammation, correct nutritional deficiencies, and relieve symptoms like abdominal pain. Treatment may include drugs, nutrition supplements, surgery, or a combination of these options.