Crohn's Disease: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment - Insights from a Gastroenterologist | CKBH
Dr Anukalp Prakash, a leading gastroenterologist, provides an in-depth explanation of Crohn's Disease, an inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that causes chronic inflammation in the digestive tract. He begins by outlining its effects, highlighting issues such as ulcerations in the intestine, intestinal narrowing, and the formation of fistulas, which can lead to significant complications. Dr Anukalp further elaborates on the areas of the body that Crohn's Disease can impact. While the disease primarily affects the small and large intestines, it can also involve other parts of the gastrointestinal tract, including the mouth, oesophagus, anus, and rectum. Moving on to symptoms, Dr Anukalp emphasises the main indicators of Crohn's Disease. These include abdominal pain, recurrent diarrhoea, unintended weight loss, and the development of fistulas. These symptoms can vary in severity, making early diagnosis crucial for effective management. Dr Anukalp explains the diagnostic process for Crohn's Disease, which involves a combination of tests. These include stool and blood tests to identify inflammation or infection, endoscopy and colonoscopy to visualise the digestive tract, and advanced imaging techniques such as MRI, CT scans, and enterography to assess deeper intestinal involvement. Finally, Dr Anukalp discusses treatment options, focusing on approaches tailored to manage inflammation and control symptoms. These include oral medications, specific injections, and biologic therapies. The choice of treatment depends on the disease's severity and the patient's response to therapy. For more information visit: https://www.ckbhospital.com/ For our Gurgaon location, you can reach us at +91 124 4570112. If you’re in Delhi, please call +91 11 41592200. We're here to help! Follow us on: Facebook: www.facebook.com/ckbhospital Instagram: www.instagram.com/ckbirlahospital LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/ck-birla-healthcare-pvt-ltd Pinterest: https://pin.it/4M55wFXsM Twitter: / ckbhospital #causes #symptoms #treatment #diagnosis #crohnsdisease #crohn #crohns #ckbh #youtube #explore #gastroentrology #gastroentrologist #yt #youtubevideo #youtubechannel #youtubevideos
