With all the information available, it might be hard to separate fact from fiction.
Test Your Knowledge With Our Crohn’s Quiz
When it comes to Crohn’s disease information, can you separate fact from fiction?
With all the Crohn’s information available on the Internet, it’s hard to know what
to believe sometimes. Take the quiz below and get the truth you’ve been searching
for.
Correct!
Wrong! There is no evidence that eating certain foods causes Crohn's
disease. However, once you have Crohn's, eating certain foods can worsen symptoms,
so it’s best to make the right food choices.¹ You might consider seeing a dietitian.
Talk to your gastroenterologist for more information.
Correct!
Wrong! Even though emotional stress may aggravate Crohn's disease symptoms,
there is no evidence that stress causes Crohn's disease. In fact, it’s more likely
that it's the other way around—living with a long-term condition like Crohn's can
cause a range of emotions, including stress.¹ It’s important to
seek support in managing your illness.
Correct!
Wrong! There is no cure for Crohn's disease. But, medications can help
manage the symptoms.¹
Correct!
Wrong! You don't have to avoid traveling when you have Crohn's disease.
It might be wise to plan ahead, though. Making sure you are prepared for the trip
is a good start.²
Get more travel tips.
Correct!
Wrong! Crohn's disease is not contagious. A person with Crohn's cannot
give the condition to someone else, no matter how much contact people have with
others.¹
Video: Crohn's disease basics
This short video offers valuable Crohn’s disease information, including signs and
symptoms, and possible causes.
Crohn’s disease treatments
Crohn’s is a lifelong condition, but there are medications available to help manage
symptoms.
References
1. About Crohn's Disease. (2009). Available at: http://www.ccfa.org/info/about/crohns.
Accessed February 17, 2010.
2. Traveling with IBD. (2009). Available at: http://www.ccfa.org/living/travel/.
Accessed February 17, 2010.
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