Crohn's Disease
Personalized Care for Crohn’s Disease
Crohn’s disease is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that can affect any part of the digestive tract, often involving the small intestine and colon. Symptoms can range from mild to severe.
Dr. Tieng offers personalized care to help manage symptoms, reduce flare-ups, and support long-term digestive health.
Crohn’s disease is an autoimmune condition causing chronic inflammation in the digestive tract. Symptoms often cycle between flare-ups and remission.
While there is no cure, treatments can control inflammation and improve quality of life.
- Persistent diarrhea
- Abdominal pain or cramping
- Blood in the stool
- Fatigue
- Weight loss
- Loss of appetite
- Mouth sores
- Fever during flare-ups
The exact cause of Crohn’s disease is unknown, but several factors are believed to contribute, including:
- Immune system dysfunction
- Genetic predisposition
- Environmental factors
- Alterations in the intestinal microbiome
Evaluation begins with a detailed review of your symptoms, medical history, and family history. Testing may include:
- Blood tests
- Stool studies
- Colonoscopy with biopsy
- Endoscopy (EGD)
- CT or MRI imaging
Testing is tailored to confirm the diagnosis and determine the extent of inflammation.
Schedule an evaluation if you experience:
- Persistent diarrhea
- Ongoing abdominal pain
- Blood in the stool
- Unexplained weight loss
- Fatigue
- Recurrent fever
- Symptoms lasting several weeks
- Family history of inflammatory bowel disease
Early diagnosis and treatment can help prevent complications and preserve long-term digestive health.
Treatment is individualized and may include:
- Anti-inflammatory medications
- Immune-modifying medications
- Biologic therapies
- Nutritional support
- Colonoscopy to monitor disease activity
- Ongoing follow-up care
The goal is to control inflammation, maintain remission, prevent complications, and improve quality of life.
Personalized Care
Dr. Andrea Tieng develops personalized treatment plans based on each patient’s symptoms, disease severity, and long-term health goals. Through ongoing monitoring and comprehensive care, she helps patients successfully manage Crohn’s disease and maintain an active lifestyle.
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Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your physician regarding your individual health concerns.