I am wondering if sensitivity to sun is an extra intestinal manifestation of Crohn's? For the past several years I have been very sensitive to sun and I have been on no crown's meds. This year now I am on meds, I so far seem to have been fine! Could be wishful thinking but I'd love to know if there may be a known link!
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Is photosensitivity an EIM of Crohn's?
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David
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- Naples, Florida
What specific kind of reaction would you have?
Hi David
I would get very red and itchy with small raised bumps in any areas exposed to sun even for a short period. This year nothing at all (and we have had a little sun despite the worst June weather ever!) Thinking back, it all began around the time I was diagnosed, I have just ever considered a link until now.
Bev
I would get very red and itchy with small raised bumps in any areas exposed to sun even for a short period. This year nothing at all (and we have had a little sun despite the worst June weather ever!) Thinking back, it all began around the time I was diagnosed, I have just ever considered a link until now.
Bev