What is Crohn's disease?

Written by Si Li Li
Gastroenterology
Updated on May 10, 2025
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Crohn's disease is a chronic nonspecific inflammatory disease, characterized by segmental and skip lesions, longitudinal ulcers that are relatively deep, and can affect various parts of the digestive tract from the mouth to the anus, primarily occurring near the end of the ileum and adjacent colon. This disease tends to recur repeatedly, and currently, there are no particularly effective treatment methods. At present, the highest incidence rates are in North America and Northern Europe, and the incidence in China is also showing an increasing trend year by year. The main symptoms include abdominal pain, diarrhea, and weight loss. Generally, this disease is difficult to cure and tends to recur throughout a person's life.

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Does Crohn's disease have a genetic component?

Crohn's disease has a certain genetic predisposition, but not all cases of Crohn's disease are inherited from one generation to the next. Current research indicates that its occurrence is related to environmental factors, immune factors, and genetic factors, with a higher incidence in males than in females. The prevalence of Crohn's disease is not particularly high in China. Symptoms are primarily abdominal pain, diarrhea, intestinal obstruction, and nutritional disorders. Some cases may also involve complications such as iridocyclitis, clubbing arthritis, oral mucosal ulcers, and chronic hepatitis. It is important to rest adequately and adjust your diet, favoring frequent light meals, low in fat and high in calories.

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Will routine blood tests be normal for Crohn's disease?

If you have Crohn's disease, conducting a routine blood test can be helpful for an auxiliary diagnosis. If the routine blood test for someone with Crohn's disease shows an increase in white blood cells, it may be indicative of a bacterial infection. Crohn's disease can lead to persistent diarrhea, abdominal pain, and inadequate absorption of nutrients. It may also result in anemia, low red blood cell count, and low hemoglobin levels. Diagnosis can be confirmed by considering the individual's clinical symptoms in conjunction with stool routine tests and colonoscopy examinations.

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Crohn's disease is called for short what

Crohn's disease is abbreviated as CD in English, and it is also known as segmental enteritis, localized enteritis, or granulomatous ileocolitis. The clinical symptoms include abdominal pain, diarrhea, intestinal obstruction, fever, and nutritional disorders. It can affect organs such as the joints, skin, and liver. Complications can often include intestinal obstruction, malabsorption, acute perforation, and rectal bleeding. Clinically, it can be diagnosed through routine blood tests, blood gas analysis, colonoscopy, barium enema, CT scans, etc. Dietary guidelines generally include eating smaller, more frequent meals and a low-fat diet. The treatment principle is a combination of medication and surgery.

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Can people with Crohn's disease eat eggplants?

Crohn's disease may present with symptoms such as abdominal pain or diarrhea, and intestinal obstruction. Eggplant can be consumed, but in moderation, as it is not particularly easy to digest. Patients with Crohn's disease have reduced intestinal function, and consuming too much eggplant can increase the burden on the intestines. Generally, during active phases, high-nutrition, low-fat foods should be provided, along with adequate hydration and electrolyte balance. Treatment mainly includes medications and surgeries that provide symptomatic support. Crohn's disease tends to recur frequently and can have a prolonged course. Additionally, it is advisable to consume more vegetables such as carrots, potatoes, and yams, while avoiding raw, spicy, and irritating foods.

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Crohn's disease is what kind of disease?

Crohn's disease is an inflammatory bowel disease primarily affecting the terminal ileum and the right half of the colon. Typical symptoms include abdominal pain, diarrhea, intestinal obstruction, and it may also lead to complications such as intestinal perforation or rectal bleeding. Additionally, it can affect joints, skin, liver, and other organs. The course of the disease is often recurrent and difficult to cure completely. Currently, there are no specifically effective drugs. Severe complications may require surgical treatment. Mild symptoms can be controlled with medication. Dietary guidelines suggest eating small, frequent meals that are high in nutrition and low in fat, and it is important to consume more vegetables and supplement with vitamin C.