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Your resource for understanding & managing Crohn's disease

At Crohns Fighters, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive information, support, and resources for those affected by Crohns disease and their loved ones. Explore our site to learn more about managing this condition and connecting with a community that understands your journey.

About Crohns Disease

Understanding Crohns Disease

Crohns disease is a chronic inflammatory condition of the gastrointestinal tract. Symptoms can include abdominal pain, diarrhea, weight loss, and fatigue. The exact cause is unknown, but it is believed to involve a combination of genetic, environmental, and immune system factors. Treatment options range from medication and dietary changes to surgery, aimed at reducing inflammation and managing symptoms.

Mike J's Journey with Crohn's Disease, Psoriasis, Ulcerative colitis, & Arthritis

Michael Jannicelli's journey with Crohn's disease began at 20 years old. Despite the challenges, Mike has transformed his experience into a mission to assist others in navigating their own paths with Crohn's. He also battles Psoriasis and initially struggled with Ulcerative Colitis. By sharing his story and providing support, Mike strives to empower others to live better, feel better, and find strength in community. 

Stay Informed with Our Latest Blog Posts

Free resource for evaluating food safety across elimination diets

Hey, all. Long-time IBD manager here (I want to say manager as I don't see myself as a patient, or with a disability). I'm sharing a free resource I made to check what foods are permissible across the main elimination diets for IBD: https://www.tract.health/foods As I...

This common vitamin deficiency can mimic normal aging

Vitamin B12 is needed in microscopic amounts, but a shortage can have major effects on health and energy. The vitamin was first linked to a lifesaving liver treatment for pernicious anemia nearly 100 years ago. Today, researchers are finding that B12 may also help...

Osteopenia is silently weakening bones in millions of people

Osteopenia is a common but often overlooked condition that causes bones to become less dense and more fragile. Because it develops silently, many people only discover they have it after a fracture or bone scan. Aging, menopause, poor diet, and inactivity can all...

Primary aldosteronism

Nature Reviews Disease Primers, Published online: 25 June 2026; doi:10.1038/s41572-026-00714-wIn this Primer, Vaidya and colleagues review the epidemiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis, management and quality of life of patients with primary aldosteronism, an important...

Buruli ulcer in Africa: between innovation and pragmatism

Nature Reviews Disease Primers, Published online: 25 June 2026; doi:10.1038/s41572-026-00720-yBuruli ulcer in Africa: between innovation and pragmatism

Drug Development in Inflammatory Bowel Diseases: What Is Next?

This review aims to explore new and emerging therapies for IBD, focusing on the most recent phase II–III studies of novel drugs. These include interleukin (IL) 12/23 inhibitors, TL1A inhibitors, selective up-regulators of miR-124 (e.g., obefazimod), activators of...

New brain study reveals speech learning works differently than we thought

A new study suggests that learning and remembering speech relies more on how the brain processes sounds and sensations than on the areas that control mouth and face movements. The discovery could reshape speech therapy and help improve future brain-based communication...

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Connect with others who understand your journey. Our forums are a safe space to share experiences, ask questions, and find support. Become a part of Crohns Disease Fighters and feel live better now.

Join Our Community Today

Connect with others who understand your journey. Our forums are a safe space to share experiences, ask questions, and find support. Become a part of Crohns Disease Fighters and feel & live better now.