Beside Bacteria Now Fungus Is Also Found In Crohns Disease

Crohn's disease is a serious condition in which the immune system attacks and destroys portions of the intestines, causing pain, bleeding, diarrhea, fevers, and more—for reasons that are far from clear. Crohn's disease is a serious condition in which the immune system attacks and destroys portions of the intestines, causing pain, bleeding, diarrhea, fevers, and more for reasons that are far from clear. Now an international research team has found a link between a fungus and the inflammatory bowel disease, which may open the door to new treatments.

Crohn's can happen at any age, even during childhood, although it's most often diagnosed in teens or young adults. An international research team found a link between a fungus, called Candida tropicalis , and Crohn’s disease in humans. (Previously, fungi have only been linked to the disease in mice.) Share your opinion.