What is Crohn's Colitis?
Crohn's disease is a chronic inflammation of the bowel or digestive tract. The inflammation can occur in any region of the digestive system and is different for every patient. It spreads to deeper layers of the bowel tissue, causing serious complications if left untreated. The exact cause is unknown, but genetic factors, environmental factors, and immune system problems are believed to contribute.
What are the symptoms of Crohn's Colitis?
Common symptoms of crohn's colitis include Fever, Diarrhoea, Abdominal cramps and pain, Fatigue, Stools containing blood, Loss of appetite, Weight loss, Mouth sores, Pain around the anus, Inflammation of the liver, joints, skin, and eyes, and Delayed growth (in children). If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, consult a specialist at Bangalore Bowel Care for proper evaluation and diagnosis.
When should you see a doctor for Crohn's Colitis?
You should consult a specialist if you experience persistent or worsening symptoms such as Fever, Diarrhoea, Abdominal cramps and pain. Early diagnosis and treatment can significantly improve outcomes. At Bangalore Bowel Care, Dr. Narasimhaiah Srinivasaiah (MBBS, MD, MRCS (Eng, Ed, Glas, Ireland), FRCS (CCST), FEBS (Colo-proctology), PGDMLE (NLSIU)) has experience treating crohn's colitis.