What's the best way of diagnosing Crohns disease? (Tests so far proved inconclusive despite all the symptoms)
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I have had luck treating my IBS and a friend that has Chrons tried the same approach and has been feeling much better. Diagnosing auto immune disorders can be difficult.
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Hi There, I'm not a doctor so I can't diagnose, I can suggest a few things though.  Has your doctor ran blood tests to rule out thyroid, anemia, infections, etc?  How has your blood pressure been?  Do you take any medicines? There are so many things that can cause those symptoms, so I'd say rule out anything they can with blood work, watch your blood pressure, get a chest and sinus xray, and get your ears checked out, heart tests, and if none of that shows anything, maybe allergy tests.  If all those are negative, it could be stress, or something like fibromyalgia.  They really need to do more of a evaluation on you.  Have you been exposed to anything last October maybe at school?  paint fumes? any building remodeling?
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Go to the doctor, it could be many things or it could be nothing at all, but it's best to be sure.
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Irritable Bowel, psychiatric causes, food and or drug allergies are other potential causes.  Any new stresses in the last six months?  Dietary or lifestyle changes?  \n\nTry to think of anything that may have coincided with or be related to the onset of your symptoms.  Think of what brings on the symptoms, prolongs them or shortens them, makes them more or less intense, affects them in any way.\n\nOften, it is hard to think of anything that is related, especialy after so many tests, but it is a way to find answers.  Consider keeping a diary of your symptoms and observations to help find associations with diet, activity, daily stressors, etc.\n\nShare your fidnings with your doctor(s) see if they spark any thoughts about possible causes.  Best wishes - I hope your symptoms resolve soon.  Take some solace in the fact that alot of really bad things have been eliminated as possible causes.
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I have Crohn's (13 years of 20) and my gastro has always told me to eat whatever i can tolerate. excluding corn and other hulled veggies. smoothies are the best thing.you can put supplements and such. avoid lots of orange juice though. it'll really cause diarrhea. of everything i've tried, smoothies have been the easiest on my guts. like the last poster said, avoid lots of seeds(strawberries, raspberries, kiwi, black/blueberries)they do not digest. there are so many recipes and you can buy them pre-made. it's something easy that you won't get burnt out on. also, while having a flare up, don't eat raw fruits and vegetables, they are incredibly hard to digest. owww! if you want your 5 a day, cook them down to mush and then chew it very well. or if you can handle it try v8- although it's rather acidic, and your bowel movements will be red. just keep that in mind so you don't panic when you go to flush and see red. hope this helps.
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I had something simular and it took 4 blood tests to determine that I had Mono.   You could also check if you have celiac disease or maybe you have atypical depression
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http://www.mssm.edu/msjournal/67/page012-13_Crohn.pdf#search='Dr%20B%20Crohn'
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It's difficult to diagnose your symptoms without proper testing.\nGo see your doc and get a check-up.
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It could be something like Irritable Bowel Syndrome. I'm not too sure about Crohn's Disease, but I know that is a digestive disease. Your doctor will be able to help you and I hope you feel better soon.
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Get your stool checked for the presence of pathological flora in the lab. Further you can get coprological investigation done as well which will give you the details of the contents of the stool. Meanwhile take ORS to replenish the salt losses and stick to easy digestable food. See if you can consult a gastroenterologist in your area. If specialist consultation is not available try (satrogyl)satronidazole 300mg morn.& evening for three days.
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Diagnosing online is never smart to do, However, if stools are hard, then you may want to consider a lot more fiber in your diet.\n\nDring atleast a large glass ot metemucil every day for a week or two and that poroblem will go away
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It could be any number of things from reflux to a bum gallbladder, best way to find out exactly what it is?  Go see a doctor instead of trying to get diagnosed on line.
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The most common symptoms of Crohn’s disease are abdominal pain, often in the lower right area, and diarrhea. Rectal bleeding, weight loss, arthritis, skin problems, and fever may also occur. Bleeding may be serious and persistent, leading to anemia. Children with Crohn’s disease may suffer delayed development and stunted growth.
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I was discharged from the Navy with a condition that they never fully determined.  They ran a few tests and ruled out a lot of things but they could never find anything that included all of my symptoms.  I looked up the symptoms of Sarcoidosis and I have almost all of them.  I am going to go to my specialist ASAP and see if that could be the mystery disease.
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Then get another doctor.  No one on the internet can make this diagnosis for you, a doctor needs to measure your blood levels and do other tests.
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I don't think you should TRY to lose weight, but rather eat a diet that is healthy. Here is a link to the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America. There's alot of good information.\n\nhttp://www.ccfa.org/info/diet?LMI=2.5\n\nI would NOT follow the advice of people who claim to be able to offer "cures". I suggest you speak to the medical team who is managing your disease for good information regarding diet. Stay informed with correct information from reputable sources.
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The answer to your question requires much information you have left out.  The best answer will come from a Gastroenterolgist or Internal Medicine Specialist.  You can look them up in the Yellow Pages.\n\nDo not ask a 'regular' doctor or GP.  That is like asking the Missouri weaterman about weather in China.  Better than asking the man in the street, but not nearly as good as asking someone who has extensive experience in China.\n\nAlways ask the most expert person when that is possible.\n\nYour condition sounds serious enough that you should carefully avoid amateurs and get only expert advice.