Symptoms can vary depending on where and how severe the inflammation is, but common ones include:
- Abdominal Pain: Usually crampy, often felt in the lower right side of the abdomen.
- Diarrhea: Frequent, loose, and sometimes bloody stools.
- Weight Loss and Malnutrition: Inflammation can make it hard to absorb nutrients, leading to weight loss and deficiencies.
- Fatigue: Chronic inflammation and nutrient shortages often cause tiredness.
- Fever: Low-grade fevers might pop up during flare-ups.
- Mouth Sores: Ulcers can show up in your mouth.
- Anal Fissures or Abscesses: Painful cracks or infections near the anus.
These symptoms can be mild or severe and might come and go, with periods of remission and flare-ups.