Crohn's - Health Digest

Erin Marie

The Long-Term Side Effect You Might Experience After Getting Norovirus

The misery of norovirus usually lasts 24 to 72 hours. However, some people may experience long-term effects even after they've recovered. Here's what we know.

Erin Marie

Avoid Eating Onions If You Have This Medical Condition

Some people simply aren't a fan of eating onions. Yet others will have to avoid them by necessity, especially if they have this medical condition.

Jennifer Anandanayagam

The Added Ingredient In Peanut Butter You Should Avoid For Gut Health

Peanut butter eaten in moderation is great for you. However, there is one ingredient commonly found in peanut butter that you should avoid for your gut health.

Jennifer Betts

What It Means If You Experience Pain While Pooping

You'll want to pay attention to any pain you feel when pooping. We'll explain what it might mean about your health and how it can be treated.

Joanna Marie

How Long Does Treatment For Crohn's Disease Take?

People with Crohn's disease may have to undergo various treatments to achieve remission. Here's what that entails.

Joanna Marie

How To Prevent A Crohn's Disease Flare-Up

Crohn's disease is a chronic inflammatory condition, and while there's no cure, a treatment plan can help manage symptoms and prevent flare-ups.

Brynna Standen

How Are You Diagnosed With Crohn's Disease?

Diagnosing Crohn's disease can be a little challenging. Here's how to go about ruling out other conditions, getting a diagnosis, and pursuing treatment.

Joanna Marie

How Crohn's Disease Can Affect Your Bone Health

While Crohn's disease primarily affects the digestive system and small intestine, it turns out it can also significantly affect bone health. Here's why.

Joanna Marie

How Crohn's Disease Can Affect Your Weight

In some cases, people with Crohn's disease may also experience additional symptoms such as reduced appetite and weight loss. Here's what to look out for.

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Erin Marie

How Growing Up With A Family Dog Could Lower Your Risk For Crohn's Disease

Science shows that man's best friend comes with a host of physical and mental health benefits for humans.

Erin Demmer

Is There A Link Between Crohn's Disease And Depression?

Crohn's disease can impact a person's mental health and well-being. Let's take a closer look at the association between Crohn's disease and depression.

Jeremy Brown

Can You Drink Alcohol If You Have Crohn's Disease?

When you have Crohn's disease, the tissues in the digestive tract become inflamed, which can lead to a host of uncomfortable and unpleasant symptoms.

Anthony Crutcher

Simple Diet Changes That Can Help Reduce Crohn's Disease Symptoms

When you learn things that can positively impact a health condition, it's like discovering treasure. Do you know these diet tips for reducing Crohn's symptoms?

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Ashley Welch

What Is A Crohn's Flare-Up And What Does It Feel Like?

Symptoms of Crohn's disease can be painful and debilitating. Individuals living with the condition often go between periods of severe symptoms to none at all.

Meredith Cooper

7 Foods To Eat And 7 To Avoid When You Have Crohn's Disease

While diet can help with Crohn's disease, finding the right combination of foods can be tricky. Here's a good place to start.

Sarah Glunz

Crohn's Disease Explained: Causes, Symptoms, And Treatments

If you have frequent abdominal and digestive symptoms, it's possible you have Crohn's Disease. Read on for everything you need to know about this condition.

healthyNick

Why Experts Are Optimistic To Use Apple Watches And Other Devices To Help With IBD Conditions

Although inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is considered incurable, there is new research on the horizon that may bring long-term relief to those who have it.

Ariane Lang

The Effects Of Crohn's Disease On The Body

Crohn's is an inflammatory bowel disease that can affect not only the digestive tract but other parts of the body. Here's what you should know.

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Melissa Szaro

Exercises To Help Ease Your Crohn's Disease Symptoms

Crohn's disease can severely impact quality of life, but some lifestyle choices like regular exercise can help manage symptoms. Here are a few workouts to try.

Beth Bradford

Can Dietary Fiber Make Your IBD Symptoms Worse?

For those with IBD, you may notice that certain foods can cause your symptoms to flare up. Here's why dietary fiber may make IBD symptoms worse for some.

Ruth Clark

Here's When You Should Go To The Hospital For A Crohn's Disease Flare-Up

While many people with Crohn's disease can manage their flares at home, sometimes they become severe enough to warrant a trip to the hospital.

Sandra Langel

Symptoms Of Crohn's Disease You Shouldn't Ignore

Crohn's disease is one of the two main kinds of inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD). Here are some symptoms of Crohn's disease you shouldn't ignore.

Anne Taylor

Is Crohn's Disease Genetic?

Here's what you should know if you have a family history of the disease.

Sabika Hassan

What's The Difference Between Crohn's Disease And Ulcerative Colitis?

Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis both tend to show several similarities in their symptoms. So how exactly does each differ? Well, one is not curable.

Ruth Clark

Is There A Cure For Crohn's Disease?

Those who have Crohn's disease know how debilitating it can be. If you know someone with it, you might understand the pain and frustration. Is there a cure?

Woman sitting on bed clutching her stomach in pain

Ashley Welch

Here's How Long Crohn's Flare-Ups Typically Last

Crohn's flare-ups can be extremely painful. So much so, on days when symptoms are most severe, it can affect one's ability to function as they normally would.

A. Sooter

Foods To Avoid If You Have Crohn's Disease

Like other gastric issues, Crohn's Disease is often misunderstood. Many people think of it as an upset stomach or severe heartburn. Neither description is true.