Crohn's disease is a protracted condition that causes irritation of the lining of the digestive system. Inflammation can have an effect on any a part of the digestive system, from the mouth to the back passage, however most usually occurs within the last segment of the small intestine (ileum) or the big intestine (colon).

Common signs can include:

● Diarrhoea
● Stomach pain
● Fatigue (excessive tiredness)
● Unintentional weight loss
● Blood and mucus in your faeces (stools)

People with Crohn's disease occasionally go for lengthy periods without symptoms or with very mild signs. This is called remission. Remission can be accompanied by way of periods where signs and symptoms flare up and grow to be especially difficult.

Crohn's disease can affect people of every age, including kids. But, most cases first develop between the ages of 16 and 30. A large number of instances also develop among the ages of 60 and 80.

It impacts slightly more ladies than men, however in youngsters more boys are affected than girls. The condition is more common in white people than in black or Asian people. It is most well-known among Jewish people of european descent.