10 Symptoms of Crohn's Disease You Should Be Aware Of

Fever

Fever is a sign of infection in the body. A low-grade fever is common during a Crohn’s disease flare. When symptoms worsen, such as an increase of bloody diarrhea or weight loss, the fever will also become progressively worse. Seek immediate treatment if a fever is present along with abdominal pain and bloody diarrhea to prevent the disease from progressing to a point where surgery is needed to remove the infected portions of the colon.

Thinning Hair And Pale Skin

Hair and skin are an excellent way to detect someone’s overall health. If nails are brittle and break easy and hair starts thinning or falling out in clumps, this may be a sign of malnutrition, which is a common symptom of Crohn’s disease. Many medications used to treat Crohn’s disease also cause the hair to fall out. Taking a multivitamin or B-complex may help restore hair and nail health. However, if a flare is present, seek medical treatment first as multivitamins may not be absorbed until the inflammation and infection are under control.