A member asked:

I'm a 23 yr old female who's new to crohn's. i haven't had d in months but recently have felt a bit constipated and my bms smell almost skunky. why?

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Dr. Alon Seifan answered

Specializes in Neurology

Turmeric: Curcurmin, or turmeric, can be effective in treating symptoms in inflammatory bowel diseases. It is thought to work through antiinflammatory mechanisms. Doses of 400mg once or twice a day are worth a try. Turmeric is also good as a natural stool softener.

Answered 5/21/2016

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Depends: It is quite common to develop constipation after crohn's is finally under control. But occasionally this can happen for other reasons such as a bowel stricture. It depends on the location of your crohn's disease. It's best to check with your doctor or nurse to see if this is concerning.

Answered 10/4/2016

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