The discomfort can extend to the lower back or legs. Menstrual cramps are not the same as the symptoms experienced due to premenstrual syndrome (PMS), although the symptoms of both disorders can sometimes be experienced together. Many women suffer from both PMS and menstrual cramps.
Some diseases which involve other parts of the GI tract can manifest in the mouth, alone or in combination, including: 1  Gastroesophageal reflux disease can cause acid erosion of the teeth and halitosis. 2  Gardner's syndrome can be associated with failure of tooth eruption, supernumerary teeth, and dentigerous cysts.
Recognizing the Signs and Symptoms. Crohnâs disease can affect any part of the GI tract. While symptoms vary from patient to patient and some may be more common than others, the tell-tale symptoms of Crohnâs disease include: Symptoms related to inflammation of the GI tract: 1  Persistent Diarrhea. 2  Rectal bleeding. 3  Urgent need to move bowels. 4  Abdominal cramps and pain. 5  Sensation of incomplete evacuation. 6  Constipation (can lead to bowel obstruction).