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What is causing my liver counts to be twice higher than normal when taking 6MP for my Crohns disease?
6MP and Azathioprine have fewer side effects than corticosteroids. However, these medications can also have serious side effects. Patients taking 6MP may have an increased risk of cancer, Azathioprine and 6-MP can induce inflammation of the liver and both medications are known to cause low white blood cell counts. Inflammation of the liver is relatively common and is checked regularly while on 6MP.
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Why do Jewish people have a higher risk of getting Crohns disease?
Having the answer to this question would go a long way in helping to find a cure. It is not known why certain ethnic groups are more predisposed to getting Crohns disease.
Why do blacks get crohns isn't that a Jewish disease?
No. Crohns is not a Jewish disease, Crohns makes no distinction between race, religion, age or gender. There are studies that show some slightly higher risk factors but there is no conclusive evidence placing any one individual more at risk than another.
Can Crohns Disease turn to Cancer?
Yes. Some studies have shown as much as a five times increased risk in the development of intestinal cancer in patients with Crohns disease as compared to the general population. This should not make you panic however. More than 90% of IBD patients never develop cancers and because of the increased testing done on bowel disease patients those who do develop cancers are almost always caught early and survival rates are better than those who are not diagnosed as early.
Is Australian Crohns Disease caused at birth or from the environment?
It is still unknown what causes Crohn's disease. This is what is known or suspected. Inherited predisposition has long been suspected and families with a history of Crohn's often produce children with higher risk of developing the disease. Environmental triggers also are being studied with no definitive results. Hyper activation of the immune system appears to be an important clue but testing and research is ongoing. Most recently a gene called NOD2 has been identified as having an association with Crohns. Crohn's disease is not however confined to an individual country, a Canadian or American with crohns disease is diagnosed the same as an Australian. Dropping the country specific designation will help your search for information.
Why do elements with higher proton counts than 92 not form naturally?
The elements with higher proton counts than do not form naturally because of their high dependance on oxygen.
What are the predisposing factors for Crohns disease?
Predisposing factors for Crohn's disease include a family history of the condition, which suggests a genetic component, as well as certain environmental factors such as diet, smoking, and stress. Additionally, age plays a role, as the disease often manifests in late adolescence or early adulthood. Ethnicity is another factor, with individuals of Caucasian or Jewish descent being at higher risk. Lastly, previous gastrointestinal infections may also contribute to the development of Crohn's disease.
Can you die from crohn?
Yes, crohns left untreated and unmanaged can cause you to die. Mortality rates for crohns patients is under 5% when managed and treated. Much higher when not. Secondary infection, is a major cause for deaths, notably post operative and from suppressed immune systems.
Is ten higher than a Jack?
No. In cards, the Jack counts 11.
What is a sanitizing temperature?
171 degrees Fahrenheit or higher is a sanitizing temperature. Safe sanitization uses either heat or chemicals to reduce the numbers of disease causing organisms.
What gender does crohn's disease affect the most?
About 20% of people who have Crohn's disease have a parent,sibling or child with the disease. It affects about the same number of women as men and can develop at any age however most are diagnosed between 20 and 30 years old. It can affect any ethnic group but if white and Jewish of European decent you have 4 to 5 times the risk. It occurs most often in people who live in urban areas of industrialized countries and people who live in northern climates have a greater risk than those in the tropics.
How does a splenectomy affect platelet levels in the body?
A splenectomy can lead to an increase in platelet levels in the body because the spleen is responsible for removing old or damaged platelets from circulation. Without the spleen, platelets may accumulate in the bloodstream, causing higher platelet counts.
Can you die from crohns disease?
Yes, crohns left untreated and unmanaged can cause you to die. Mortality rates for crohns patients is under 5% when managed and treated. Much higher when not. Secondary infection, is a major cause for deaths, notably post operative and from suppressed immune systems.
