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I have a history of crohns, and i was just told that i have cardiomegaly seen on a ct. could this be an extra-manifestation of cd?

Q: i have a history of crohns, and i was just told that i have cardiomegaly seen on a ct. could this be an extra-manifestation of cd?

Crohn's &amp; heart: 41 F I have a history of Crohns, and I was just told that I have cardiomegaly seen on a CT. Could this be an extra-manifestation of CD? ANS: Yes. But more likely high blood pressure but u did not give enough medical Hx to help much. Happy to do 2nd opinion as specialize in BP and heart problems.

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Crohn's & heart: 41 F I have a history of Crohns, and I was just told that I have cardiomegaly seen on a CT. Could this be an extra-manifestation of CD? ANS: Yes. But more likely high blood pressure but u did not give enough medical Hx to help much. Happy to do 2nd opinion as specialize in BP and heart problems.

Answered 1/2/2017

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A member asked:

I have a history of crohns, and i was just told that i have cardiomegaly seen on a ct. could this be an extra-manifestation of cd?

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