Crohns Disease Medical Reference

With its unpredictable symptoms, there may be times when you feel that Crohn’s disease controls your life. Here are a few ways you can handle the stresses of the disease and take control back from Crohn’s.

People often reach for these common pain relievers for everyday aches, but if you have Crohn’s disease, you should think twice before you pop these pills. You’ll need to talk to your doctor about how they could affect your condition.

For years, fiber was off-limits for Crohn’s disease patients. But the right amount at the right time can be good. Learn how fiber-rich foods may help.

Learn to take control of your Crohn’s disease through how you eat. Nutrition therapy gives you tools that may relieve your symptoms and improve your health.

You can’t control Crohn’s, but you can stop it from controlling your relationship. Here’s what to say and how to show up for the one you love.

Smoking makes Crohn’s disease more likely and can worsen it, too. But if you quit, that’s one of the best ways to cut down on flare-ups and other complications.

Crohn's disease symptoms can come back, or relapse, when you least expect them. Here's how to get a handle on flares.

The Specific Carbohydrate Diet is a restrictive, grain-free diet designed to help people with gastrointestinal diseases.

Your relationship with your health care team is a key part of how well you manage Crohn's disease.

You can help manage your Crohn's disease by easing your stress with relaxation techniques like meditation, deep breathing, and yoga.

Crohn's disease has a big impact on you, of course, but it also affects your family and friends. Here are some ways to make it easy on everyone.

Learn the differences between Crohn’s disease and Celiac disease.

Steroids can cause side effects in people with Crohn’s disease. Learn which ones are the most common, which are more serious, and what to do about them.

Crohn’s symptoms and treatments can make sex painful or embarrassing. This article offers treatments, techniques, and tips to enjoy sex.

You should follow your doctor’s instructions for taking care of Crohn’s disease. You may have self-care instructions for supplemental nutrition, prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) medicines, anxiety and depression, and support resources.

Find out what’s going on in your gastrointestinal system. What to expect with a Crohn’s disease diagnosis.

Crohn’s disease can complicate your life, but first get it diagnosed. Find out how to tell if it’s Crohn’s or something else.

WebMD tells you how to get your Crohn’s disease into remission -- and keep it there.

Why do people with Crohn's disease seem to have a greater risk for heart disease? WebMD explains.

The causes, symptoms, and treatment of short bowel syndrome.

WebMD looks at the risks and benefits of using anti-inflammatory drugs to treat Crohn's disease.

WebMD looks at the benefits and risks of using antibiotics to treat Crohn's disease.

Crohn's disease can make it hard to maintain a healthy weight and get the nutrients you need. WebMD offers dietary tips.

You can have a healthy pregnancy and delivery even if you have Crohn’s disease. WebMD tells you what you need to consider before getting pregnant.

If you have Crohn's disease, here are minerals and vitamins your body may need -- and how to get more of them.