Eosinophilic Colitis is a condition that results when the eosinophils or a kind of white blood cells accumulates in the lining of the colon leading to inflammation and damage of the tissues. It is rare and occurs in children and adults unlike other inflammatory bowel diseases.
The symptoms may differ and in many cases they are:
Precisely what causes it is unclear but some factors may lead to it:
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Yes. Eosinophilic Colitis is a less prevalent type of gut inflammation; however, most patients respond to treatment upon early diagnosis and custom-designed treatment.
The diagnosis includes a colonoscopy including a biopsy of the tissue that should be analyzed by a microscope to prove the increased number of eosinophils in the colon mucosa.
The usual triggers are milk, soy, wheat, eggs and nuts. At GastroDoxs, you can test allergies and get guided elimination diets to help you discover and manage your own food sensitivities.
No. In comparison with the autoimmune colitis, Eosinophilic Colitis occurs as the result of allergy or some other non-immune-system attacks, which is why it is more similar to the food-related or allergic gut inflammation.
Yes. Eosinophilic Colitis occurs in all individuals no matter whether infants or adults patients and often necessitates specialized pediatric and adult GI skills to control symptoms and nutrition.
Steroids work well in the reduction of gut inflammation but are normally prescribed on a temporary basis. To do this in a long-term management, we can switch you to less hazardous treatments such as diet Harry or biologics.
Although stress does not lead Eosinophilic Colitis, it may worsen such symptoms as pain and diarrhea. Our comprehensive care will include stress-reduction methods and lifestyle changes.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) presents in a similar manner, but does not develop any eosinophil accumulation in the biopsy result or tissue inflammation like Eosinophilic Colitis.
Eosinophilic Colitis is not commonplace to operate on. Majority of patients respond to dietary changes, medications, and frequent examinations by a GI specialist.
GastroDoxs Jersey Village is the best place nearby, with experienced gastroenterologists, customized treatment plans, nutritional counseling, and allergy testing.
