I Have Crohn's Disease

[Ibn Sina]

Crohn's is an inflammatory disease of the GI tract. 
There are many causes. NOD2 gene mutation, gut flora  alteration, autoimmune etc.
It was first identified in the ileum , but can be found in other sites as well
Pathology includes- Strictures, Pin point ulcers,  Apthous ulcers, Serpentine leisions, neutrophils in the gut. 
Treatments include using- immunomodulators- azathioprine, methotrexate, Infliximab, Adalimumab.
Unlike in Ulcerative colitis where protocolectomy type I and II can be done, in Crohn's surgical management is not an option.

 

Edited June 16, 2019 by Ibn Sina

[PretentiousHuman]

@Ibn Sina nice infos. Are you a Doctor?

[Ibn Sina]

@PretentiousHuman No, I am a 3rd year medical student, just writing down stuffs that I have been taught about

[PretentiousHuman]

@Ibn Sina great. Im a nurse.