Crohn’s disease (CD) is a type of inflammatory bowel disease that can affect any portion of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract but most commonly affects the small…
Care notes Aftercare Ambulatory Discharge Inpatient Español Discharge Drugs Crohn disease is an inflammatory disease of the digestive system. Crohn disease causes the lining of your intestines to become inflamed. The lining of your mouth, esophagus, or stomach may also be affected....
Friends who know you’re sick can offer support, and they’ll understand when you have to back out of activities at the last minute or if you just aren’t feeling up to going out. They can also help you plan ways to stay social without having to go out if you’re not feeling comfo...
Care notes Aftercare Ambulatory Discharge Inpatient Español Overview Risks Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Management What is Crohn disease?Crohn disease is an inflammatory disease of the digestive system. Crohn disease causes the lining of your intestines to become inflamed. The lining of your mouth, ...
Cost-effectiveness of Crohn's disease post-operative care. World J Gastroenterol 2016; 22: 3860-8. [CrossRef]Wright EK, Kamm MA, Dr Cruz P, Hamilton AL, Ritchie KJ, Bell SJ, et al. Cost-effectiveness of Crohn's disease post-operative care. World J Gastroenterol 2016;22:3860-8....
To lower the chances of a surprise bill, ask your health insurer what medical expenses it will pay if you need care while you’re out of town. Plan for Airport Security For Omprakash, one of the most anxious parts of any trip is going through airport security with her ostomy, medications...
AIM: To define the cost-effectiveness of strategies, including endoscopy and immunosuppression, to prevent endoscopic recurrence of Crohn's disease following intestinal resection.METHODS: In the "POCER" study patients undergoing intestinal resection were treated with post-operative drug therapy. Two thirds...
If you have Crohn’s disease, you’ll probably see several types of health professionals. Ideally, they'll work together to help you reduce symptoms and manage your health. Members of your team might include: Primary care doctor or pediatrician:Your primary doctor helps you keep track of your...
BACKGROUND: Infliximab therapy in patients with Crohn's disease decreases resource use; however, the overall impact on health-related expenditures is unclear, especially beyond one year of study.METHODS: A retrospective analysis of economic data one and two years before and after infliximab therapy ...
If you plan to have surgery for Crohn’s disease, a long-term recovery game plan can help ease anxiety about your procedure. Good preparation can also make the years following your surgery easier to manage, both physically and emotionally.