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Category: Abdominal Diseases

  • Causes

    Experts have not identified a single cause of Crohn’s disease. It may involve a mix of genetic and environmental factors. Is it genetic? Researchers have identified more than 100 genes that may increase the risk of developing the disease. Children with Crohn’s are more likely to have mutations in the genes NOD2 and CARD15. Preliminary research suggests that these genes…

  • Symptoms by age

    Crohn’s disease causes chronic inflammation in the digestive tract and sometimes other areas, such as the skin or genitals. The most common symptoms in children include: painful stomach cramping frequent diarrhea, which may be watery bloody diarrhea anal or rectal pain a loss of appetite Other health issues that can occur with Crohn’s disease include: Growth delays Crohn’s may affect…

  • Is it common? 

    Crohn’s is less common in children than adults. Like ulcerative colitis, it is a type of IBD. Research from 2022 reports that 10 in 100,000 children in the United States and Canada have Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis. It also notes that this number is rising. This suggests that eventually, most pediatric practices will treat at least one…

  • Introduction

    Crohn’s disease is a type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that causes chronic inflammation in the digestive tract. In kids, it tends to cause diarrhea, stomach cramping, and a low appetite. Crohn’s disease is rare in children, but it can be severe and affect many aspects of health. It is important for a child with any symptoms…

  • When should I call my Doctor ?

    Call your child’s healthcare provider if you have any questions or concerns about your child’s bowel habits or patterns. Talk with your child’s provider if your child: Is constipated for more than 2 weeks Can’t do normal activities because of constipation Can’t get a stool out with normal pushing Has liquid or soft stool leaking…

  • Prevented

    Constipation can be prevented by figuring out the times when it may occur, and making proper changes. For instance, when babies start to eat solid food, constipation can result. This is because they don’t have enough fiber in their new diet. You can add fiber to your  baby’s diet by giving pureed vegetables and fruits.…

  • Complications

    Hard stools can irritate or tear the lining of the anus (anal fissures). This makes it painful to have a bowel movement. Your child may avoid having a bowel movement because it hurts. This can make constipation get worse.

  • Get more exercise

    Having your child get more exercise can also help with constipation. Exercise helps with digestion. It helps the normal movements the intestines make to push food forward as it is digested. People who don’t move around much are often constipated. Have your child go outside and play rather than watch TV or do other indoor…

  • How is constipation treated?

    Treatment will depend on your child’s symptoms, age, and general health. It will also depend on how severe the condition is. Treatment may include diet and lifestyle changes, such as: Diet changes Often making changes in your child’s diet will help constipation. Help your child to eat more fiber by: Adding more fruits and vegetables…

  • Diagnose

    The healthcare provider will ask about your child’s symptoms and health history. He or she will give your child a physical exam. Depending on how old your child is, you might be asked questions such as: How old was your baby when he or she had their first stool? How often does your child have…