Crohns Disease Videos
- The Role of AI in Treating Crohn's
Gastroenterologist Ben Levy, MD, looks at AI as another eye in the exam room. Can it help select a drug that makes the patient feel better faster?
- The Latest Medications
New therapies for Crohn’s target the immune system to control inflammation and prevent damage to the GI tract.
- Advocating for Those With Crohn’s Disease
Tomiyo Williams was immersed in Crohn’s disease life when her daughter, Skye, was diagnosed. Tomiyo decided she wanted to help others navigate the journey and took on the role of advocate to assist other families going through the same thing.
- Champion for Change
“You might not look sick, but you can be screaming on the inside,” says Crohn’s warrior Sarah Campbell. She encourages more advocacy and presents a plan.
- What’s Your Gut Telling You?
Experts don’t know the cause of Crohn’s, but genetics, diet, and stress do play a role in inflammation of the GI tract.
- Tests to Spot, Drugs to Suppress
Lab tests and stool samples are used to diagnose Crohn’s, while biologics suppress your immune system and therefore your symptoms.
- How Crohn's Disease Surgery Works
If medications don't soothe your Crohn's, you may need surgery, from something simple to removing your colon.
- Have Crohn’s? Get the Nutrition You Need
No diet is one-size-fits-all, but with some meal planning, you can eat healthy and avoid Crohn’s flare-ups.
- Live Your Best Life With an Ostomy
Worried about ostomy surgery? Here’s what you need to know. And keep in mind, you can be as active as you want with an ostomy bag.
- What to Expect With Surgery for Crohn's Disease
If medications aren’t enough or you have complications with your Crohn's, surgery may be the next step. Here's exactly what the surgeon will do.
- Broiled Salmon With Lemon-Garlic Spinach
Omega-3-rich salmon on a bed of cooked spinach leaves will satisfy your taste buds and keep Crohn's in check.
- Soothing Chicken and Rice Soup for Crohn's
Whether your body needs nourishment while you fight a flare or you're in remission, this soup is a go-to comfort recipe.
- The 411 on Surgeries for Crohn's
When medications don’t relieve your belly pain, surgery may be the best option. What are the different types of operations?
- 5 Natural Ways to Control Crohn's Flares
How can you change your diet and lifestyle to keep Crohn’s-related inflammation under control?
- Crohn's Disease Treatments
In many cases, biologic drugs have been successful at impeding -- even reversing -- symptoms of Crohn’s disease.