Crohn’s Disease Care in Chicago, Park Ridge, Oakbrook Terrace, Humboldt Park, and Ravenswood, IL

Crohn’s disease is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that can affect any part of the gastrointestinal tract, most commonly the small intestine and colon. Symptoms often appear in cycles, with flare-ups followed by remission. At Summit Digestive & Liver Disease Specialists, Dr. David Chua and Dr. Rajeev Nayar provide expert diagnosis and treatment tailored to help patients manage Crohn’s disease and maintain long-term health.

What Is Crohn’s Disease?

Crohn's disease is an autoimmune disease in which the body's immune system mistakenly attacks healthy tissue in the digestive system and resulting in chronic inflammation. This type of inflammation has the potential to develop ulcers, narrowing of the intestine, or other complications if not attended to with proper intervention. Even though the exact cause is unclear, genetics, immune function, and environmental influences are suspected to be involved.

Symptoms of Crohn’s Disease

Crohn's disease is variable in each patient, but the majority present with abdominal pain, cramping, diarrhea, fatigue, weight loss, and loss of appetite. Stool blood, fever, inflammatory arthritis, or skin lesions may be noted in some patients. Because symptoms vary in severity and may come and go, ongoing medical attention is required to control flare-ups and prevent long-term complications.

Diagnosis and Testing

Proper diagnosis is the foundation for proper treatment. At Summit Digestive & Liver Disease Specialists, testing may include blood tests to check whether there is inflammation or anemia, stool tests to rule out infection, colonoscopy or endoscopy to visually examine the digestive tract, and imaging studies such as CT or MRI scans to determine the extent of the disease. With these methods, our physicians can make the diagnosis and design an individualized treatment plan.

Treatment and Management Options

Although there is no cure for Crohn’s disease, treatment can successfully control inflammation, reduce symptoms, and prevent complications. Medications may be used to calm the immune response, relieve pain, or address infections during flare-ups. Nutritional support helps patients maintain a healthy weight and prevent deficiencies, while lifestyle guidance, such as stress management and dietary adjustments, can also support long-term wellness. In more advanced cases, surgery may be necessary to remove damaged sections of the intestine, but this is reserved for patients who do not respond to other treatments.

Why Choose Summit Digestive & Liver Disease Specialists

At Summit Digestive & Liver Disease Specialists, patients benefit from advanced diagnostic tools, comprehensive treatment options, and a compassionate, patient-centered approach. With offices in Chicago, Park Ridge, Oakbrook Terrace, Humboldt Park, and Ravenswood, IL, Dr. Chua and Dr. Nayar make it convenient to access expert gastroenterology care close to home.

Schedule Your Appointment

If you are experiencing symptoms of Crohn’s disease or need ongoing management, Summit Digestive & Liver Disease Specialists is here to help. Call (630) 889-9889 today to schedule an appointment with Dr. David Chua or Dr. Rajeev Nayar in Chicago, Park Ridge, Oakbrook Terrace, Humboldt Park, or Ravenswood, IL.