http://www.articlesphere.com/Category/Crohn-Disease/436 Crohn Disease articles from Find Articles at ArticleSphere.com Rss Follow Up Tue, 14 Oct 2008 02:13:09 -0700 A disease in disguise, one that mimics other gastrointestinal diseases and a difficult challenge for healthcare providers, diagnosing Crohn's disease is most certainly a difficult task for healthcare providers. Become it mimics so many other diseases, Crohn's disease may initially be misdiagnosed as another G.I. ailments. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Diagnosing-Crohn-s-Disease-A-Tough-Puzzle-To-Master/110107 Mon, 29 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Diagnosing-Crohn-s-Disease-A-Tough-Puzzle-To-Master/110107 The aim of this article is to tell you about the different Crohn's disease treatments that are available, and how patients with the right information can lead a somewhat normal life without the worries that accompany this terrible disease. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Crohn-s-Disease-Symptoms-and-Crohn-s-Disease-Treatment/101043 Thu, 06 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Crohn-s-Disease-Symptoms-and-Crohn-s-Disease-Treatment/101043 Crohn's disease is an often debilitating disease that can, without adequate management, very quickly gain control of your life. If you have a new diagnosis of Crohn's disease or if you have been battling it for some time, it is most important that you have a solid understanding of what is Crohn's disease so that you have the best shot at a healthy you. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/I-have-Crohn-s-Disease---What-Is-Happening-To-My-Body-/99696 Sun, 26 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/I-have-Crohn-s-Disease---What-Is-Happening-To-My-Body-/99696 Crohn's disease is a disease that once afflicted with it, is quite difficult to be treated of. Crohn's disease sufferers suffer from flares and bouts of remission; however with the right treatment and eating habits, it is possible to live a normal life when suffering from Crohns' disease. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Crohn-s-Disease-Information/87097 Fri, 27 Apr 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Crohn-s-Disease-Information/87097 Crohn's disease is a health condition involving the inflammation of the GI tract. Though there is no fixed diet that helps cure or control Crohn's disease, following a nutritious diet and perhaps taking some multivitamin tablet provides some cure from Crohn's disease. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Diet-for-Crohn-s-Disease/87089 Fri, 27 Apr 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Diet-for-Crohn-s-Disease/87089 There are various treatment options for Crohn's disease that depends on the severity of the case and the health of the patient. It is up to the doctor to decide on the best treatment for a patient. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Various-options-for-Crohn-s-Disease/87086 Fri, 27 Apr 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Various-options-for-Crohn-s-Disease/87086 Crohn's disease is a disease that attacks the intestinal tract of the sufferer. With the inflammation of the digestive tract, comes along numerous other side effects like diarrhea and anemia. Being a chronic health condition, sufferers have to be on continuous medication for Crohn's disease. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Crohn-s-Disease-Symptoms/87064 Fri, 27 Apr 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Crohn-s-Disease-Symptoms/87064 It is important to note that many people can control Crohns disease without having to recourse to medication. Many people have studied their diets closely over time and worked out what items cause a flair-up of the disease. Others have spent time learning stress management techniques. Some people have improved matters by increasing the amount of sleep they have. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Crohn-s-Disease-Treatment/60584 Sun, 26 Nov 2006 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Crohn-s-Disease-Treatment/60584 Crohn's disease is a systemic inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) of unknown cause, that results in chronic inflammation of the intestinal tract. It can affect the entire gastrointestinal tract from mouth to anus, and can also cause complications outside of the gastrointestinal tract. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Understanding-The-Autoimmune-Disorder-Crohn-s-Disease/38246 Mon, 03 Jul 2006 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Understanding-The-Autoimmune-Disorder-Crohn-s-Disease/38246 For the individuals who suffer from the mysterious symptoms of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), or the debilitating symptoms of Crohns Disease the question "Is there a cure?" weighs heavily on their lives. The frustration that results from living with this non-specific illness serves to compound the never ending symptoms. Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Crohn's sufferers continue to battle the illness while researchers search for causes and cures. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Crohns-Disease-and-Chronic-Fatigue-Syndrome---Is-There-A-Cure-/37624 Fri, 30 Jun 2006 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Crohns-Disease-and-Chronic-Fatigue-Syndrome---Is-There-A-Cure-/37624 Chrones disease is a disorder in which the bowel system becomes inflamed and damage is often done as a result. The exact reasoning is unclear as to why, but the body's immune system seems to react abundantly to a portion of the digestive tract that is actually quite healthy. As the area is pumped with white blood cells in preparation to fight a nonexistent enemy, it becomes inflamed. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Available-Treatments-Of-Chrones-Disease/30115 Mon, 29 May 2006 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Available-Treatments-Of-Chrones-Disease/30115 When it comes to Inflammatory Bowel Disorder (IBD), most people are aware of ulcerative colitis. This is a disorder in which the damage occurs in the colon as a result of inflammation of the tissue. However, chrones is a prevalent disorder that is often misdiagnosed as ulcerative colitis, as they share many of the same symptoms. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Chrones---The-Other-IBD/29891 Sun, 28 May 2006 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Chrones---The-Other-IBD/29891 Dietary recommendations must be individualized in order to suit the various dietary needs of individual patients. The diet recommendation you get will depend on which part of the intestine affected. Aside from that, this disease is not static - changing over time. Your eating patterns need to reflect those changes. The vital objective in creating your own special diet is to try and achieve a well balanced diet that is healthy and nutritious. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Treating-Crohn-s-Disease-With-A-Special-Diet/24909 Thu, 04 May 2006 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Treating-Crohn-s-Disease-With-A-Special-Diet/24909 Crohn's disease is characterized by chronic inflammation of the colon. Most patients also experience abdominal pain and weight loss. The treatment for Crohn's disease is similar to that of ulcerative colitis in the sense that it can be treated with sulfasalazine, mesalamine preparations, glucocorticoids and 6 mercaptopurine. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Crohn-s-Disease-Explained/24907 Thu, 04 May 2006 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Crohn-s-Disease-Explained/24907 Crohn's disease is a chronic inflammatory disease of the digestive tract. The disease can affect the digestive system anywhere from the mouth to the anus, but distinctively affects the terminal ileum as well as demarcated areas of large bowel. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Crohns-Disease---Symptoms-and-Treatment/12445 Fri, 24 Feb 2006 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Crohns-Disease---Symptoms-and-Treatment/12445 Although Crohn's Disease is a difficult disorder, you should not keep yourself from living the best life possible because you suffer from this disorder. You should continue in your life as you would without Crohn's, although a few more precautions may be necessary. When traveling, this will ensure a smooth and enjoyable trip. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Travel-Tips-For-People-With-Crohn-s-Disease/8235 Sat, 28 Jan 2006 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Travel-Tips-For-People-With-Crohn-s-Disease/8235 Crohn's Disease may seem like an overwhelming challenge; however, it is not an insurmountable disorder. You can lead a fairly normal life although Crohn's is a part of it. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Coping-With-Crohn-s-Disease/7948 Wed, 25 Jan 2006 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Coping-With-Crohn-s-Disease/7948 For years, many people have argued that forms of Inflammatory Bowel Disease, including Crohn's Disease, is caused by emotional stress, tension, and anxiety; this, however, is completely inaccurate. While there may be links to emotional stress and Crohn's Disease, it is not a cause of the disorder. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Emotional-Stress-And-Crohn-s-Disease---How-They-Relate/7793 Tue, 24 Jan 2006 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Emotional-Stress-And-Crohn-s-Disease---How-They-Relate/7793 It should be understood that Crohn's Disease can not be cured or treated with nutritional change. Food intake or allergies also do not cause Crohn's Disease. However, after the disease is present, certain foods may aggravate the effects of Crohn's and may be eliminated to reduce side effects. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Treating-Crohn-s-Disease-With-Nutritional-Change/7473 Sat, 21 Jan 2006 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Treating-Crohn-s-Disease-With-Nutritional-Change/7473 Crohn's Disease is a painful and arduous disorder in itself; however, when you also take into consideration the complications that may arise as a result, the full effect of Crohn's may be overwhelming. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Complications-That-Can-Arise-From-Crohn-s-Disease/6761 Sat, 14 Jan 2006 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Complications-That-Can-Arise-From-Crohn-s-Disease/6761 Crohn's Disease, unlike ulcerative colitis, may affect any region of the digestive system. From the mouth to the anus, depending on which area of the body is affected, there are different types of Crohn's Disease. Each encompasses slightly different symptoms and varies in intensity. You should be familiar with the various forms as your doctor may refer to your condition as one of the following five types of Crohn's Disease. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Types-Of-Crohn-s-Disease/6709 Sat, 14 Jan 2006 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Types-Of-Crohn-s-Disease/6709 Diagnosing Crohn's Disease is often a difficult process. Because it mimics other diseases, Crohn's may appear to be a myriad of other ailments. Likewise, the symptoms experienced vary from patient to patient, so there are no set guidelines to follow or sings that intrinsically point to Crohn's. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Diagnosing-Crohn-s-Disease---How-To-Get-A-Diagnosis/6684 Sat, 14 Jan 2006 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Diagnosing-Crohn-s-Disease---How-To-Get-A-Diagnosis/6684 Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) is a term used for a group of illnesses affecting the digestive system. With roughly one million sufferers in the United States, IBD is primarily composed of two disorders: Crohn's Disease and ulcerative colitis. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/IBD-And-Crohn-s-Disease---What-s-The-Link-R-/6658 Sat, 14 Jan 2006 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/IBD-And-Crohn-s-Disease---What-s-The-Link-R-/6658 Life can be made considerably more complicated with the onset of Crohn's Disease; however, with certain lifestyle changes, it can be managed to decrease day to day stress due to the disorder. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Lifestyle-Changes-For-Those-With-Crohn-s-Disease/6357 Wed, 11 Jan 2006 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Lifestyle-Changes-For-Those-With-Crohn-s-Disease/6357 Treatments of Crohn's Disease are primarily limited to medication and surgery. There are several anti-inflammatory medications that have proven to be beneficial, as well as various forms of surgery depending on the location of the affected area of bowel. Although none of these actually cure Crohn's Disease, they are helpful is controlling the symptoms. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Possible-Treatments-For-Crohn-s-Disease/6244 Tue, 10 Jan 2006 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Possible-Treatments-For-Crohn-s-Disease/6244