Crohn's diseaseDiagnosis
Crohn's disease can sometimes be difficult to diagnose because it can have similar symptoms to lots of other conditions.
overview
Crohn's disease is a long-term condition where the gut becomes inflamed.
symptoms
The main symptoms of Crohn's disease are diarrhoea, stomach aches and cramps, and blood in your poo.
treatments_overview
The main treatments for Crohn's disease are medicines that reduce inflammation in your gut and stop it coming back. Some people need to have surgery.
causes
The exact cause of Crohn's disease is unknown. It's been linked to things like your genes and a problem with the immune system.
Page last reviewed: 04/04/2018
Next review due: 04/04/2021