Crohn’s disease is a condition where the intestine becomes inflamed. It causes abdominal pain, digestive problems including diarrhea and may result in bloody stools. Other symptoms include skin rashes and tiredness. You may also suffer from vomiting due to indigestion and weight loss, because of the lack of proper absorption of food in your intestines.
Crohn’s disease is classified as an autoimmune condition. In this particular condition, your immune system begins to attack the perfectly healthy cells of the intestinal tract which causes them to become inflamed. The background of the disease is linked to genetics as well as environmental factors. It is likely that a combination of poor genetics and environmental factors is responsible for the onset of Crohn’s disease.
In order to treat Crohn’s disease you will have to consult your doctor. The disease can be controlled if not completely eliminated. You should seek advice on medication from your doctor directly as the exact type of medication would differ from patient to patient based on the symptoms and the severity of the condition. If you are suffering from symptoms that are linked to Crohn’s disease, it is always advisable to have a complete diagnosis of the problem. Several digestive problems may present similar symptoms but may not be the same disease. Other autoimmune bowel inflammation causing conditions may also present themselves with similar symptoms. Ulcerative colitis will cause pain during defecation and fecal incontinence. You should therefore visit your healthcare professional to get diagnosed.
An ointment will neither cause nor cure your condition if your condition is indeed Crohn’s disease. Ointments are for skin related problems and since this disease affects an internal organ, which is your intestine, no ointment will work for your problem. Since you have complained of a burning sensation you may want to reduce your intake of spices and acidic foods. You may be suffering from a stomach acidity related problem. If you have too much gastric acid you will suffer from indigestion and this may present itself in the form of burning in the bowels and fecal incontinence. If your condition is indeed Crohn’s disease then you might want to reduce your dietary fiber intake. Fibrous foods may cause pain when the food is passing through the infected area because the intestine is narrow as well as irritable when a person is suffering from Crohn’s disease. A complete halt of smoking is also suggested to anyone who is suffering from Crohn’s disease. You may also increase your water intake by up to 50% over your current daily consumption.