Crohn's Disease: Causes, Symptoms, History, and Today's Treatments | Mass General Brigham

What is inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), and how does that different from Crohn's disease? What causes Crohn's disease? What are its symptoms? Ramnik Xavier, M.D., Gastroenterologist, Massachusetts General Hospital, discusses the history of Crohn's disease, how it is treated today, and how the research will improve future outcomes.

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0:00 - Intro
0:20 - What is Crohn's Disease?
0:46 - Causes
0:54 - Symptoms
1:10 - History
1:17 - Today's Treatments
2:00 - Our Studies

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Crohn's Disease: Causes, Symptoms, History, and Today's Treatments | Mass General Brigham
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