Crohn Disease Symptoms
Risk Factors
About 1 million Americans suffer from inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), and about half of these patients have Crohn's disease. There are several risk factors for Crohns disease.
Age
Crohns disease can occur at any age, but is most frequently diagnosed in people ages 15 - 35. About 10% of patients are children under age 18.
Gender
Men and women are equally at risk for developing Crohns disease.
Family History
Crohns disease tends to run in families, with 20 - 25% of patients having a close...
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From Our Sources
Crohn's Disease: Symptom Management
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Crohns disease cannot be cured, but appropriate treatment can help suppress the inflammatory response and manage symptoms. A treatment plan for... Read more »
Crohn's Disease
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
What Is It? Crohn's disease is a long-term (chronic) condition in which inflammation causes injury to the intestines. It typically begins in young... Read more »
Crohn's Disease: Dietary Factors
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Crohn's Disease: Medications
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Crohn's Disease: Complications
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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