Possible Causes And Complications Of Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Malnutrition

Crohn's disease patients often experience malnutrition as a result of their intestinal issues. Cramping, pain in the abdomen, and diarrhea can all make eating difficult. If affected individuals know that eating leads to pain, they're less likely to eat as much as they need to and to take in the nutrients they need. Additionally, the lack of diverse bacteria means their digestive tract will have trouble breaking food down. Their body may not be able to absorb all the nutrients in their diet, which means affected individuals may need to take additional vitamin supplements or increase their nutrient-rich meals. Some patients also develop anemia, a low blood cell count, because their digestive tract struggles to absorb enough vitamin B12 and iron.