Crohn's Disease Specialists in Delhi
Crohn's disease is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease that can cause inflammation anywhere along the digestive tract, from the mouth to the anus, though it mo…
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Causes of Crohn's Disease
Believed to result from an abnormal immune response against the gut lining, influenced by genetic predisposition, environmental factors, and imbalances in gut bacteria. Family history significantly increases risk, and smoking is a recognised factor that both increases risk of developing the disease and worsens its course. The condition most commonly begins in adolescence or early adulthood, though it can develop at any age.