10 Crohn's Disease Symptoms
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
Symptom #7: Nutritional deficiency
Crohn’s disease can make it very difficult for the body to absorb nutrients for a number of reasons. Inflammation of the intestinal walls can make them less permeable, and having diarrhea means that food is passing through you too quickly to be properly absorbed.
One of the most common deficiencies of Crohn’s is vitamin D deficiency. There is a very specific part of the intestine that absorbs vitamin D, and Crohn’s disease affects this quite seriously. If this is the case, make sure to get as much sunlight as possible.
Other deficiencies (like Vitamin B12 deficiency) can occur, each with their own range of symptoms. Make sure you get some bloodwork done to make sure you are absorbing the proper amount of nutrients.
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