So here is Part 2 of the Series - "I am a woman and I have Crohn's Disease." Today I am going to discuss three more challenges that arise because you are a woman and you have Crohn's Disease. So here they are - 1. Having Crohn’s disease can impact your sex life. Crohn’s disease in women may cause swelling in the genital area and occasionally fistulas can develop. Some can even develop a fear of intercourse because of the pain, and others may avoid sex altogether because of fear that stool will leak. Some women may avoid dating altogether because they're embarrassed by the symptoms which can include gas and frequent trips to the bathroom. 2. Women with Crohn's Disease have Body Image Issues. Women with Crohn’s disease are more likely to report body image dissatisfaction than men with the disease. These body image issues could be related to weight loss or embarrassment over symptoms or surgical scars. 3. Crohn’s Disease in women tends to fluctuate with hormonal levels. Symptoms of Crohn’s disease in men aren’t affected by the rises and falls in hormone levels. Women report more bowel movements and cramping around the time of their period. Remember if you have any more questions about Crohn's Disease and being a woman then look out for Part 2 in this series or please free to email me at [email protected] or visit my Facebook Page at My Crohn's Doctor. Yours in Health and Wellness Dr Michael My Crohn's Doctor www.mycrohnsdoctor.com LEGAL DISCLAIMER - This article (including links to any/all website pages, blog posts, blog comments, forum, videos, audio recordings, etc.) is not intended to replace the services of a physician, nor does it constitute a doctor-patient relationship. Information is provided for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. You should not use the information for diagnosing or treating a medical or health condition. If you have or suspect you have an urgent medical problem, promptly contact your professional healthcare provider. Any application of the recommendations in this blog post is at the reader's discretion. My Crohn's Doctor and Dr Michael are not liable for any direct or indirect claim, loss or damage resulting from the use of this blog. Readers should consult their own physicians concerning the recommendations in this article.
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