Crohn's Disease: Safe Foods, Painkillers & Bleeding Risks

Managing Crohn's disease involves selecting safe foods and appropriate painkillers that won't irritate the digestive tract. Recognizing signs of esophageal involvement and GI bleeding is critical for effective patient care.

What Foods Can You Eat If You Have Crohn's Disease or Colitis?

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Jill Corleone, RDN, LD

Crohn's and ulcerative colitis are inflammatory bowel diseases (IBDs) that cause inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract. According to the Mayo Clinic, both Crohn’s and ulcerative colitis cause severe abdominal pain and diarrhea. They can even lead to malnutrition.