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There is no direct link established between mitochondrial diseases and an increased likelihood of Crohn's disease. However, some research suggests that mitochondrial dysfunction may contribute to various gastrointestinal disorders. Individuals with mitochondrial diseases can experience a range of symptoms, including gastrointestinal issues, but these are not necessarily indicative of Crohn's disease specifically. Each condition should be evaluated independently by healthcare professionals.
What else can I help you with?
Can a person have esophageal spasms first then later on get Crohns disease?
Crohns symptoms can occur from mouth to anus. It is likely the original esophageal spasms were symptoms of Crohns disease that were undiagnosed until later.
Could it be that the Depoprovera shot that you got has actually cured my Crohns disease?
No Depo provera has no known effect on Crohns disease. The progestin can change your appetite and therefore your eating habits but it does not cure Crohns disease. Most likely you are simply in a remission which has coincided with the new birth control.
What is frequency of births with crohns disease?
The fertility rates for women with Crohns disease are not much different from those without Crohns. Women with Crohn's disease should also be aware that pregnancy often results in normal gestation and that children are not more likely to have the disease just because mom has it. If a woman with Crohns is in remission at the time of conception, she has no greater risk for a disease flare than a woman who is not pregnant. A woman with active disease at the time of conception has a one-third chance of going into remission, a one-third chance of staying at the same disease activity level, and a one-third chance of getting worse during pregnancy. There is no evidence to suggest that inactive Crohn's disease has any effect on either female or male fertility, or on a woman's ability to carry a pregnancy to term and have a vaginal delivery.
Can you have a baby if you have crohns?
Yes , Crohns patients can have children. Of course it is depending of what medications you are taking for the Crohn's, some medicines used to control the disease can effect the baby if you get pregnant while taking them.
Is Crohns disease a genetic disorder?
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.
Would you be discharged from the british army if diagnosed with crohns disease?
Because of the nature of Crohns disease it may stay in remission long enough to serve out your hitch but don't count on it. Crohns can flare up anytime and stress is a big factor. Army doctors will have access to the latest meds used to control the symptoms but it is not curable. You will want to know where every latrine is during a flare up and it will disrupt your daily routines at the most inappropriate times. Check out the link for a US Army Staff Sargent with Crohns.
How often is bariatric surgery for Crohns patients needed?
The best I can tell you is that bariatric programs with a large number of patients and with long-term follow-up may be able to offer statistics of patient numbers with Crohns. I am aware that a study was planned in 2006 but I have not been able to find the results. Bariatric surgery for Crohns patients would likely be low since active Crohns disease causes rapid weight loss and nutritional deficiencies. Doctors often recommend that patients with severe Crohns beef up a little as a hedge against the next crisis. Morbidly obese Crohns patients are not common.
Can constipation be a sign of Crohns disease?
Yes, a Crohns patient can present with signs of constipation. What is actually happening is more likely to be a blockage. A Crohns flare will narrow or severely restrict the bowel and an obstruction is very possible. Little or no fecal matter will be expelled and the bowel will back up causing severe pain. Vomiting, pain and bloating can occur to the point of hospitalization.
Should you do colon cleanse if you have crohns disease?
You will have to do many of them over the course of your life with Crohns Disease. While a colon cleanse may not irritate the disease, although it could, it might be best to consult with your Doctor first. When the disease is active I would think your system would be active enough. Such as like smoking a cigarette when you already have a cough. You may not need it with this condition because people who have it have constant diarrhea anyway and ulcers along the lining of the colon etc.. It would most likely irritate the condition further. They likely just have an inflammatory bowel disease that is chronic and I'm sure any sludge that would be up in the colon has long been pushed out by the constant diarrhea.
Is crohn's disease a disease or condition?
Crohns disease is a chronic inflammatory disease affecting the intestines. Crohns disease can affect the digestive system anywhere from the mouth to the anus. It most often causes ulcerations in the large and small bowels, typically at the joining of the two bowels called the ileum (located on the right side of the abdomen near the appendix) but can manifest anywhere in the digestive tract. Symptoms include but are not exclusive to, abdominal pain often severe, cramping, nausea, frequent diarrhea, rectal bleeding. These symptoms often result in severe weight loss, fatigue, and depression. Follow the link provided below for much more information. Crohns disease is an inflammatory disease of the gastrointestinal tract that affects both children and adults. Crohns can affect any part of the digestive tract from the mouth to the anus. The cause of Crohns disease is unknown. Common symptoms of Crohns disease can include abdominal pain and tenderness, diarrhea, anal pain and or drainage, rectal bleeding, severe weight loss, mouth sores, fissures, fever, infections, bloating, gas and rectal abscess. Patients can also have problems outside of the digestive tract, including skin rash, joint pain, eye redness and liver problems. Crohns disease is a chronic illness, medical and surgical treatments can help control the course of the disease, but cannot cure it. Treatments now are allowing many patients to experience long periods of symptom-free remission.
What part of the heart is most likely to develop infection in Marfan syndrome sufferers?
In patients with Marfan, it is the abnormal mitral valve that is most likely to become infected.
How Crohns disease is diagnosed?
Doctors will study a list of signs and symptoms when Crohns is suspected. There are some physical indicators such as loops of inflamed bowels stuck together where a lump can be felt in the abdomen. Constant diarrhea and pain, fever of unknown origin and nausea. Blood in the stools and frothy yellow fecal matter are also indications. When Crohns is suspected, the following tests can be undertaken to confirm diagnosis. Stool tests, blood tests, Sigmoidoscopy with or without biopsy. Colonoscopy, endoscopy, CT scans, Barium enema x-rays are also used. All of these tests are carried out as "out-patient" testing.
