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What causes Crohn's disease?

The exact cause of Crohn's disease is unknown, although there are hereditary, autoimmune and lifestyle factors that increase your risk of getting it, such as having family members with the disease, being of Caucasian or Jewish descent and being a smoker. Treatment involves modifying diet and lifestyle and taking medications to control the symptoms. Crohn's disease is not curable, but many people are able to maintain their health and lead normal lives with it. The symptoms come in attacks which can recur every few months or even years.

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Author: Karen McCloskey BHSc
First answered: 23 Sep 2014
Last reviewed: 19 May 2018
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Category: Ulcerative colitis

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