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Crohn's Disease Vs Biliary Dyskinesia

The symptoms of biliary dyskinesia often can be similar to other illnesses, including Crohn̵7;s disease. This can make it difficult for a doctor to quickly diagnosis either disease. The treatment for biliary dyskinesia is different from Crohn̵7;s disease so accurate diagnosis is essential.

  1. Crohn̵7;s Disease

    • Crohn̵7;s disease is an autoimmune disease that often causes inflammation throughout a patient̵7;s digestive track. This inflammation may occur anywhere in the small intestines, large intestines or colon. Crohn̵7;s disease is incurable but symptoms can be treated with medication.

    Crohn's Disease Symptoms

    • Patients with Crohn̵7;s disease may experience symptoms such as abdominal pain, severe diarrhea, constipation, bloody stools and ulcers. The severity of these symptoms may vary. Crohn̵7;s disease can go into remission and the patient will have few to no symptoms.

    Biliary Dyskinesia

    • Biliary dyskinesia is a medical condition without gallstones that affects the gallbladder. This disease can occur once or be a chronic condition. Biliary dyskinesia occurs when the gallbladder fails to contract and release bile properly.

    Biliary Dyskinesia Symptoms

    • Signs and symptoms of biliary dyskinesia include a sharp pain under the right rib cage or abdominal cramping. A patient may also experience vomiting, bloating and diarrhea.

    Correct Diagnosis

    • Due to the similar symptoms of Crohn̵7;s disease and biliary dyskinesia, diagnosis can be difficult. The most common form of testing for biliary dyskinesia is a CCK-HIDA scan. This procedure utilizes nuclear medicine and a camera to visualize the contraction of the gallbladder. A correct diagnosis is essential because patients with biliary dyskinesia typically require a cholecystectomy, or removal of the gallbladder.

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