Crohn Disease in Children and Teens (cont.)
Medical Author:
Andrew B. Grossman, MD
Coauthor:
Petar Mamula, MD
Medical Editor:
Bhupinder Anand, MD
Medical Editor:
Melissa Conrad Stöppler, MD, Chief Medical Editor
Melissa Conrad Stöppler, MD, Chief Medical EditorMelissa Conrad Stöppler, MD, is a U.S. board-certified Anatomic Pathologist with subspecialty training in the fields of Experimental and Molecular Pathology. Dr. Stöppler's educational background includes a BA with Highest Distinction from the University of Virginia and an MD from the University of North Carolina. She completed residency training in Anatomic Pathology at Georgetown University followed by subspecialty fellowship training in molecular diagnostics and experimental pathology. IN THIS ARTICLE
PreventionThere is no known way of preventing Crohn's disease. OutlookCrohn's disease is a serious disease that may have a big impact on the life of a child or teen. But it is usually not a fatal disease, and with appropriate treatment and support, most children do very well and are able to attend school and participate in sports and daily activities. For more, please read the Living with Crohn's Disease article. Viewer Comments & ReviewsCrohn Disease in Children and Teens - SymptomsThe eMedicineHealth physician editors ask:What symptoms did your child or teen experience with Crohn disease? |
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Crohn disease (CD) is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease. Once considered rare in the pediatric population, CD is recognized with increasing frequency among children of all ages.
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