Often we wait to see the doctor until we’re not feeling well or when our symptoms are unfamiliar to us. Regardless of whether you’ve been diagnosed with Crohn’s disease, you should see a doctor if you are experiencing any of the symptoms that are characteristic of Crohn’s disease.
These symptoms include:
Severe abdominal pain, particularly in the lower right quadrant
Blood in your bowel movements
A change in your bowel habits that lasts more than ten days
Ongoing diarrhea that is not helped by over-the-counter medicine
Unexplained fever that lasts longer than a couple of days
Remember, if you haven’t been diagnosed with Crohn’s disease but you are experiencing these symptoms, you should still make an appointment with your doctor. He or she may recommend you to a gastroenterologist for additional testing as well as an accurate diagnosis. If you have Crohn’s disease and are experiencing these symptoms, then you need to see your gastroenterologist right away and discuss your current treatment as well as other options that may be more appropriate for you.
