How long does Crohn's treatment take?

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Hello doctor! I was diagnosed with Crohn's disease (inflammatory bowel disease) but because now I am not in Vietnam. I would like to ask how long does Crohn's treatment take? Thank you doctor!
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Hello, the doctor would like to answer the question: “How long does Crohn's treatment take? ” as follows:
Crohn's is a chronic intestinal disease, the cause of Crohn's is currently unclear related to genetics, immune system and lifestyle of each individual.
The disease manifests with different degrees of damage along the digestive tract from the mouth to the anus with transmural lesions causing inflammation, ulceration, perforation, ... leaving many complications such as narrowing, obstruction, perforation intestines, malabsorption and even cancer.
The disease also has manifestations of damage outside the intestines such as malnutrition, vitamin B12 deficiency, anemia, kidney stones, gallstones, ...
Crohn's treatment principles
Internal medicine: Anti-inflammatory drugs, drugs that affect immune system, medication to treat symptoms such as diarrhea, pain relief. vitamins, minerals. Surgery: Surgery for perforation, stenosis, gastrointestinal adhesions,... Eat and drink in moderation, some supportive measures such as exercise, meditation,... Duration of treatment: Life for the disease easy to relapse.
When you return to Vietnam, come to Vinmec Health System, our doctor will monitor the disease process for you.
Illness cannot be changed, but how you deal with it is a lot, it's all up to you.. If you have a healthy life, think positively, control the disease with a plan, get the right treatment. According to the protocol.. Crohn's disease is not scary at all. Best regards!

Answered by Specialist Doctor I Dong Xuan Ha - Doctor of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy - Department of Medical Examination and Internal Medicine, Vinmec Ha Long International Hospital.