Treating Crohn’s Disease

If you or a loved one has recently been diagnosed with Crohn’s disease, then you may be a little anxious to find out how your condition can be treated. As you learn more about Crohn’s disease, the next step is finding out about treatment options.

There are a variety of treatments available for Crohn’s disease. With the help of your gastroenterologist, you’ll need to find the one that is appropriate for you, based on your symptoms and the severity of your disease. Plus, if you’ve previously tried one or more Crohn’s treatments, your gastroenterologist will consider how you’ve responded to those therapies.

You will also need to discuss the goals of treatment. As a foundation for your future discussions with your gastroenterologist, keep in mind these important treatment goals recommended by the American College of Gastroenterology:

• Induce and maintain remission
• Restore and maintain nutrition
• Maintain quality of life as it relates to Crohn's disease
• Select optimal timing for those requiring surgical intervention

Living life your way

Finding an effective treatment is important. Crohn’s symptoms that are untreated or undertreated can lead to complications such as abscesses, perforations and fistulas, not to mention fatigue and anemia. What’s more, symptoms can interfere with activities, work and relationships. For Crohn’s patients, preserving quality of life remains an important treatment goal.

Learn more about treatment options:
Drug Therapy
Alternative Crohn’s Disease Therapies