Lymphocytic duodenitis is mild intestinal inflammation of the duodenum the first section of your small intestine characterized by the unusual increase in the number of lymphocytes (the immune cells) in the intestinal wall. Its most common location is where tissue samples were obtained as a result of an endoscopy. Even though it can be associated with celiac disease, it can manifest itself with infections, specific drugs, or other immune-related diseases.
You may not realize that there are issues at the beginning. As it advances, the apparent symptoms involve:
Among the factors that may cause lymphocytic duodenitis, it is possible to distinguish:
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The lymphocytic duodenitis is inflammation of the duodenal lining characterized by increased number of lymphocytes (immune cells) on the biopsy. It generally gives rise to the digestive symptoms however is not usually life threatening.
It is diagnosed through endoscopy of the upper part of the intestines, and in this procedure a small piece of tissue (biopsy) is removed out of the duodenum and is taken through the microscope to check on the presence of excess lymphocytes.
Yes. When the person consumes gluten, lymphocytic duodenitis can be the result of gluten ingestion in the people with the condition of celiac disease or gluten sensitivity. In such cases, the major treatment is a strict gluten-free diet.
In addition to gluten, some of the causes are bacterial infections (including H. pylori), some medications (such as NSAIDs, antibiotics), autoimmune diseases, and food sensitivities.
The common symptoms revolve around abdominal pains, bloating, gas, diarrhea, or loose stools, loss of weight that cannot be explained, and tiredness.
Treatment is based on the etiology. Treatments may involve a gluten-free diet, the use of probiotics, hampering of offending medications, the use of anti-inflammatory drugs in extreme cases, and the use of nutritional supplements to treat deficiencies.
Most of the patients respond to the symptoms in 2-8 weeks with proper treatment, which may be diet change or eliminating an infection.
Yes. Repeated endoscopy or blood tests may also be a part of the follow-up appointment as necessary to monitor the nutrient intake levels, confirm healing, and modify the treatment.
Yes. This condition can also prevail in children. Pediatric assessment and treatment are necessary to make sure that healthy growth, nutrition, and alleviation of symptoms are present.
In case of chronic gut symptoms or in case of lymphocytic duodenitis diagnosis, book an appointment with the GastroDoxs gastroenterology team in Katy. Our services include endoscopy, personalized care plans and biopsy.
