Those who suffer from Crohn’s disease may find it difficult to achieve sufficient amounts of quality sleep and rest due to the presence of symptoms such as stomach discomfort and frequent bowel movements. Crohn’s disease patients often feel frustrated for these reasons.
An explanation of fatigue is provided by Pratima Dibba, MD, a board-certified gastroenterologist working at Medical Offices of Manhattan in New York City. “Fatigue is a feeling of lack of energy, weakness, or tiredness that may interrupt daily activities,” she says.
Research has shown that tiredness affects as much as 72 percent of persons who have active Crohn’s disease and as much as 30 percent of those who are in remission from the condition. Dealing with persistent weariness can be very frustrating. Keep reading to find out more about the reasons for tiredness caused by Crohn’s disease, as well as nine different techniques to help manage it. Read the article.
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