Q: Which doctor should I see for Crohn’s disease?
A: You will need to see a gastro-enterologist.
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Q: Does Crohn’s disease occur in Asians?
A: Originally thought to occur only in Europe and N. America, Crohn’s disease is now being seen in South-east Asians as well as Asians settled in UK and adopting the local food and lifestyle. Therefore an environmental cause is being explored for this disease.
Q: What diet should one follow to avoid Crohn’s disease?
A: Though there is no specific diet which causes regional enteritis, one should discuss with ones’ family doctor about the same.
Q: Does Crohn’s disease lead to cancer?
A: Unlike Ulcerative colitis, the risk of cancer is low in Crohn’s diaease, although it may be high in the ileum. Nevertheless, it is good to have regular follow-ups after 8-10 years of the disease.
