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Friday, April 18, 2008Controlling Crohn's DiseaseA list of potential treatments (HealthDay News) -- Crohn's disease causes inflammation of the digestive tract, resulting in symptoms including abdominal pain and diarrhea. While there is no cure, a combination of medication, nutritional supplements and surgery can help control symptoms. The National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse offers this list of treatment options:

Most people with Crohn's are initially treated with mesalamine, a substance that helps control inflammation of the digestive tract. Other medications are available if mesalamine doesn't prove effective or cannot be tolerated, including Remicade (infliximab) or a class of drugs called corticosteroids. Medications that suppress the immune system. Fluid replacement treatments and anti-diarrhea medications. Eating a healthy, balanced diet, and avoiding foods that trigger symptoms. Nutritional supplements. Surgery may well be required to alleviate blockages, or treat other complications including intestinal perforations, abscesses or bleeding. -- Kohnle