Table 3.
Presenting Symptoms | CD (n= 54) | UC (n=46) |
---|---|---|
GENERAL | ||
Weight loss | 42 | 37 |
Fever | 16 | 4 |
Anorexia | 18 | 5 |
Growth retardation | 39 | 8 |
Lethargy | 12 | 9 |
GASTROINTESTINAL | ||
Abdominal pain | 48 | 40 |
Diarrhea | 35 | 42 |
Rectal bleeding | 16 | 34 |
Nusea/vomiting | 6 | 1 |
Constipation | 2 | 1 |
Perianal disease* | 5 | 0 |
Mouth ulcers | 2 | 2 |
Notes: *Other than fistula. NB. Patient may present with more than one symptom.