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A member asked:

I have crohn's colitis. last 10-12 wks coccyx is so painful to sit on and to stand from sitting it's unbearably painful. could there be a connection ?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Probably Not: Cohn's colitis generally does not affect the RECTUM which is the portion of the bowel near the coccyx. If you have not had any trauma to the area, I would check this out with your Primary Care Provider rather than your Gastroenterologist!! Hope this helps! Dr Z

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Answered 3/21/2015

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