Crohn's Disease Flashcards
1
Q
Crohn’s disease is an _____ of the bowels
A
Inflammation
2
Q
Can Crohn’s disease be cured with surgery
A
No, symptoms frequently will reoccur
3
Q
Crohn’s disease affects the digestive tract from the mouth to the anus. True or false?
A
True
4
Q
What are the symptoms of Crohn’s disease?
A
Abdominal pain, diarrhea weight loss
5
Q
Excessive diarrhea will cause what electrolyte imbalance?
A
Hypokalemia
6
Q
What foods should be avoided and why?
A
Dairy products and high-fiber meals, which may worsen diarrhea
7
Q
Crohn’s disease can lead to what kind of cancer?
A
Colon
8
Q
What are the treatment goals?
A
Drugs and nutrition to reduce inflammation
