About Crohn’s Disease

Since you are reading this website, it’s likely that you or someone you know has active Crohn’s disease. Below is some information that may help you better understand this disease, so you can make informed decisions about possible treatments, including whether taking part in a clinical study might be worthwhile.

• Crohn’s disease is a chronic disorder of the immune system that causes inflammation (redness and swelling) in the digestive system.
• Although any part of the digestive track may be affected, Crohn’s disease most often involves inflammation in the intestines.
• Symptoms include diarrhea, abdominal pain, fatigue and weight loss. Crohn’s disease can also lead to intestinal complications such as ulcers and blockages.
• The specific cause of Crohn’s disease is not well understood. But it is clear that people with Crohn’s disease have an overactive immune system that attacks and damages the digestive system, causing pain, swelling and inflammation.
• There is no cure for Crohn’s disease, but there are treatments that can help.
• In addition, research is being conducted to identify new investigational medications that may treat Crohn’s disease. By joining a clinical study, you can help this ongoing research, which could one day lead to the approval of a new therapy for people with Crohn’s disease.

To learn more about Crohn’s disease visit http://www.crohnscolitisfoundation.org.