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- Crohn's Disease - Symptom Management
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Causes
- Risk Factors
- Symptoms
- Complications
Treatment
Crohns disease cannot be cured, but appropriate treatment can help suppress the inflammatory response and manage symptoms. A treatment plan for Crohns disease includes:
- Diet and nutrition
- Medications
- Surgery
Diet and Nutrition
Malnutrition is very common in Crohn's disease. Patients with Crohn's disease have reduced appetite and weight loss. In addition, diarrhea and poor absorption of nutrients can deplete the body of fluid and necessary vitamins and minerals.
Patients should strive to eat...
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