Researchers worldwide use genomic tools to gain ground in the fight against Crohn's Disease and other common human diseases.

摘要

Crohn's Disease is one of many inflammatory bowel diseases and is characterized by abdominal pain, diarrhea, rectal bleeding, weight loss, arthritis, skin problems, and fever. Inflammation in the intestines and bowel are responsible for the swelling, abdominal pain, and rectal bleeding that are hallmarks of Crohn's. Anti-inflammatory agents are prescribed to treat the inflammation-associated symptoms of the disease.