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    Can Crohn's affect small bowel and absorption of pain medications?

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    I was wondering if having Crohns effected small bowel which is about 10cm or so affected now after having almost 3 feet of Crohns effect small bowel removed in 1995 and then being rejoined after having a stoma. If that effected bowel can effect the absorbtion of pain medcaitons like MS Contin or Oral Ordine?

    Which I am on due to Chronic pain for a chronic sinus problem and very painfull inflmatory Arthrtis effecting my left pelvic and lower back.
    I also have adhesions of course due to the surgeies. I know very well what food and vitamins cannot be absorb, e.g B12, Iron etc. Thanks Phil
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    There would be sufficient small bowel left to compensate and absorb the medication.  If there has been little to no response to treatment, this should be discussed with the doctor.

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