Your Child Has Crohn's Disease

Crohn's disease is a type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). It causes swelling and sores in your child's digestive tract. The whole tract may be affected, from the mouth to the anus (where stool leaves the body). Swelling and sores make it harder for the body to get nutrients from food. This can make your child feel very ill. It can also lead to problems with growth. No one knows what causes Crohn's disease. There is no cure. But your child's symptoms can be managed.