Crohns Disease Flashcards

1
Q

CD primarily affects what part of the GI tract

A

terminal ileum

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2
Q

what layer does it primarily affect

A

submucosa

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3
Q

can other areas be affected

A

yes

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4
Q

CD is known as a

A

granulomatous skip lesion

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5
Q

Manifestations

A

diarrhea
intermittent abdominal pain
loss of weight dt decrease absorption area = decrease in nutrition

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