Tag Archives: inflammatory bowel disease

What are the symptoms and manifestations of Crohn’s disease?

Crohn’s disease is a chronic, relapsing inflammatory bowel disease that can involve any segment of the gastrointestinal tract from mouth to anus, but most commonly affects the terminal ileum and adjacent right colon. The clinical picture is highly variable, ranging from subtle, intermittent discomfort to severe, life-threatening complications. Recognizing the key symptoms early can shorten the delay to diagnosis and reduce long-term damage. Core intestinal symptoms Diarrhea: usually semiliquid, without visible blood in limited ileal disease; overt bloody diarrhea is more common when the colon is involved. Abdominal pain: typically crampy or colicky, localized to the right lower quadrant; pain... Learn more

Symptoms of Colitis

Symptoms of ColitisColitis refers to inflammation of the colon, which may be triggered by infection, ischemia, autoimmune reactions, or inflammatory bowel disease. Clinical presentation varies by cause and extent of inflammation, but several core symptoms are frequently observed. Patients typically report cramping abdominal pain, most often localized to the lower quadrants. Diarrhea is nearly universal: stools may be watery, contain mucus, or be overtly bloody; frequency can range from a few episodes to more than twenty per day. Urgency and tenesmus are common, and nocturnal bowel movements frequently disrupt sleep. Rectal bleeding, sometimes occult, can lead to fatigue, pallor, and... Learn more