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There is a genetic component as family members of affected people are more likely to get it, however, most people with Crohn's Disease do not have affected family members so there are other factors that are probably more important.

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What disease is a chronic autoimmune disorder that is most often found in the ileum and in the colon?

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Is crohns disease contageaus?

No, Crohn's disease is not contagious. Doctors believe Crohn's is caused by a genetic disposition to the disease.


What is a chronic autoimmune disorder that is most often found in the ileum and in the colon?

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It is not known at this time how Crohns develops. There are hypotheses that it is environmental, genetic and even bacterial but so far none of these theories have any positive scientific backing.


How many types of crohns disease are there?

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Is bipolar linked with crohns disease?

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How can you get Crohn's disease?

Doctors still are not quite sure how patients develop Crohn's disease, but as many chronic illnesses, they believe it is directly related to a person's genetic structure, and is often passed down through families. However, Crohn's is definitely not contagious.Crohn's Disease can run in families, by genetic or ethnic reasons.


Can you get Crohn's disease?

There is no know cause of Crohns disease at this time. Research is ongoing as to the causes of Crohns disease.