Can you still be pregnant with crones disease?

Question

If so what will happen and how will the person feel... how is it different from a nrmal pregnancy?

Answer 1

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hi patrice, I've had crohns disease for 27 yrs. dxed at age 12. I was told by my GI that women who have CD will have a better chance of a successful pregnancy if they are in remission while they conceive. A 1/3 who aren't in remission will be in a flare throughout the pregnancy, and a 1/3 who stop their meds while being pregnant may/may not flare but it's best to stay on them since the benefits outweight the risks.

if you go to the Crohns & colitis foundation's website, you can find information on pregnancy, medications, diet, exercise, etc. Also, you can locate a local support chapter in your town where you can meet others like yourself & swap information on the best MDs & hospitals who treat pregnant women w/IBD. They also have an 800 # which you can call M-F 9 am - 5pm (EST) manned by trainned professionals who can answer your questions.
1-888.MY.GUT.PAIN (888-694-8872)

It is also best to avoid smoking and alcohol if you have Crohns and are trying to have a baby since it can affect one's fertility. I've met alot of females w/Crohns at my support group and they've had healthy pregnancies due to following their MD's orders. I wish you the very best.

Source(s):

www.ccfa.org

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Asker's Comment:

ok thanks i will tell my cuz... thanks again

Answer 2

Chrons disease has no effect on the reproductive system at all.

Hell if it did my brother and I wouldn't be around as our mother has Chrons

Answer 3

Your obstetrician should be told, and you will need to be careful about your nutrition during pregnancy. Otherwise you should do just fine.

Answer 4

you can become pregnant with crones disease. however according to this article the outcome of delivering depends on how progressed the disease is

Source(s):

http://www.medscape.com/medline/abstract…