Managing Crohn's Pain

Pain is common for people with Crohn's disease pain, but there are ways to manage it. You may notice two types of pain: visceral, happening inside your body and hard to locate, and somatic, affecting muscles, joints, and bones.

Pain might be your only sign that your Crohn's disease is getting worse. Let your doctor know if you are having pain. There are many causes for pain, including inflammation in your intestines, joint pain, and abscesses (swollen areas on your body.)
 

It's safe to use acetaminophen with Crohn's disease unless you have liver problems. You can take up to 4,000 milligrams a day. If you're older, take no more than 3,000 milligrams a day.

Tricyclic antidepressants and selective norepinephrine inhibitors (SNRIs) can relieve stress and lower pain signals to your brain.

Regular physical activity can reduce stress and enhance overall well-being, aiding in pain management. Incorporating exercise into your routine can be a natural way to feel better.

Some foods can irritate your Crohn's disease, causing bloating, abdominal pain, and cramping. Avoid foods that cause discomfort. This may be different for each person.

You may be able to ease your Crohn's-related pain by reducing your stress. Acceptance and commitment therapy, deep breathing in yoga, and biofeedback are some of methods that can lower stress.

Some people with Crohn's-related pain find that medical marijuana eases their symptoms. If you want to try it, talk to your doctor. They can help you get medical cannabis from a licensed and safe provider.