Dr. Rishi Chadha, MD is a board‑certified gastroenterologist who specializes in preventive gastroenterology, colorectal cancer screening, and minimally invasive endoscopic procedures. He completed his fellowship at Sunrise Health GME in Las Vegas and previously trained in internal medicine at St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Connecticut.
Eosinophilic colitis is a rare gut condition in which eosinophils (a type of white blood cell) accumulate in the colon, causing inflammation, pain, and digestive disturbances.
He reviews your symptoms, food triggers, allergy history, and any family history of immune disorders.
Blood work checks for elevated eosinophil counts and inflammation markers. Stool tests look for occult blood and rule out infections.
Colonoscopy allows direct visualization of the colon lining and helps identify inflamed areas.
During colonoscopy, small samples of colon tissue are taken to count eosinophils and confirm the diagnosis.
Dr. Rishi Chadha, MD is a board‑certified gastroenterologist who specializes in preventive gastroenterology, colorectal cancer screening, and minimally invasive endoscopic procedures. He completed his fellowship at Sunrise Health GME in Las Vegas and previously trained in internal medicine at St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Connecticut.
Allergies, an overactive immune system, or a family history of allergic/immune conditions can trigger eosinophilic colitis.
It's very rare affecting fewer than 1 in 100,000 people.
A biopsy from a colonoscopy shows a marked increase in eosinophils in eosinophilic colitis, unlike ulcerative colitis.
Blood work, stool tests, allergy testing, and a colonoscopy with tissue sampling are typically required.
Yes. Identifying and eliminating trigger foods (e.g., dairy, gluten, eggs) often improves symptoms.
While there's no guaranteed cure, many patients achieve lasting relief with proper treatment.
Steroids to reduce inflammation and biologic therapies for ongoing control are the mainstays of treatment.
No most patients respond well to medical and dietary therapies without surgery.
Yes. We adhere to the latest evidence-based care protocols for eosinophilic gastrointestinal diseases.
Most insurance plans cover diagnostic tests and treatments. Our staff will verify your benefits for you.
