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Empower Your Journey with Crohn's Fighters

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

Managing setons

I was diagnosed with Crohns back in October 2023 and then had surgery in January 2024 for a perianal abscess, where I have had 3 setons inserted. The crohns is somewhat under control, however any bowel movements I have are sudden and if I need to go, well, I have to...

Treating hemorrhoids

I've had hemorrhoids for a few years. They occasionally bleed, bright red blood at the tail end of a bowel movement. How do you guys treat them? Doctors usually recommend mere "drink water and fiber". I've had UC mild UC for 12 years. Thank you!

Stressed out? It may increase the risk of stroke

Some people living with chronic stress have a higher risk of stroke, according to a new study. The study looked at younger adults and found an association between stress and stroke, with no known cause, in female participants, but not male participants. This study...

The art of well-being: Group activities shown to ease depression and anxiety in older adults

Group arts interventions, such as painting, dance, or music, significantly reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety in older adults, offering a powerful alternative to traditional treatments. The benefits are universal, with consistent results across different art...

Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease in adults

Nature Reviews Disease Primers, Published online: 06 March 2025; doi:10.1038/s41572-025-00599-1In this Primer, Loomba and colleagues discuss the epidemiology, current understanding of pathophysiology, diagnosis and management of metabolic dysfunction-associated...

Synthetic microbiome therapy suppresses bacterial infection without antibiotics

A synthetic microbiome therapy, tested in mice, holds promise as a new treatment for C. difficile, a notoriously difficult-to-treat bacterial infection, according to a team of researchers. The targeted treatment was as effective as human fecal transplants in mice...

School absence patterns could ID children with chronic GI disorders, research suggests

Children who frequently miss school because of abdominal complaints are far more likely to be suffering from chronic disorders such as irritable bowel syndrome than diseases that can be detected with medical tests, new research has found.

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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.