4. Stomach Ulcers
Along with the abdominal swelling and pain that can many times be associated with suffering from Crohn’s disease, you might also be at a much higher risk of developing stomach ulcers – or ulcers in the colon and digestive tract, which is the most common and what most people are referring to when they think they actually mean “stomach ulcer”.
There are many dangers that are directly associated with stomach ulcers, including tears in the abdominal lining if the condition is aggravated constantly and left untreated for too long, and the symptoms of an ulcer can include severe pain and even stomach bleeding in some cases. If you suspect a stomach ulcer, make immediate changes to your diet and avoid anything that’s considered to be either fatty or acidic. And in the meantime, make an appointment with your doctor – especially if your ulcer has become a recurring problem over a long period of time.