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What is the definition of Lymphocytic Colitis?
Lymphocytic colitis is form of microscopic colitis, a condition that is characterized by inflammation of the colon (large intestines). As the name suggests, microscopic colitis can only be diagnosed by examining a small sample of colon tissue under a microscope. In Lymphocytic colitis, specifically, the tissues and lining of the colon are of normal thickness, but an increase in the number of lymphocytes (a type of white blood cell) is observed. Signs and symptoms of the condition may include chronic, watery diarrhea; abdominal pain, cramping, and bloating; weight loss; nausea; dehydration; and/or fecal incontinence. The underlying cause of Lymphocytic colitis is currently unknown; however, scientists suspect that autoimmune conditions, medications, infections, genetic factors, and/or bile acid malabsorption may contribute to the development of the condition.
What are the alternative names for Lymphocytic Colitis?
  • Lymphocytic colitis
Who are the top Lymphocytic Colitis Local Doctors?
Distinguished in Lymphocytic Colitis
Dr. Eduardo Demondesert
Gastroenterology
Distinguished in Lymphocytic Colitis
Dr. Eduardo Demondesert
Gastroenterology

Mercy Clinic Fort Smith Communities

6801 Rogers Ave, 
Fort Smith, AR 
 (21.6 mi)
479-274-4100
Languages Spoken:
English
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Eduardo Demondesert is a Gastroenterologist in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Dr. Demondesert and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lymphocytic Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Colitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Menetrier Disease, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

Experienced in Lymphocytic Colitis
Dr. Jamal Z. Abdin
Family Medicine
Experienced in Lymphocytic Colitis
Dr. Jamal Z. Abdin
Family Medicine

Fands Physical Therapy, Inc

1414 Hwy 71 N, 
Alma, AR 
 (9.3 mi)
479-632-0321
Languages Spoken:
English
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Jamal Abdin is a Family Medicine provider in Alma, Arkansas. Dr. Abdin and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lymphocytic Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Cerebral Palsy, Epilepsy with Myoclonic-Atonic Seizures, Myoclonic Epilepsy, and West Syndrome. Dr. Abdin is currently accepting new patients.

 
 
 
 
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Advanced in Lymphocytic Colitis
Dr. Jacob Joseph
Gastroenterology
Advanced in Lymphocytic Colitis
Dr. Jacob Joseph
Gastroenterology

Mercy Clinic Fort Smith Communities

6801 Rogers Ave, 
Fort Smith, AR 
 (21.6 mi)
479-274-4100
Languages Spoken:
English
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Jacob Joseph is a Gastroenterologist in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Dr. Joseph and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lymphocytic Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Diverticular Disease, Menetrier Disease, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

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What are the latest Lymphocytic Colitis Clinical Trials?
Efficacy and Safety of Oral Rifaximin in Patients With Active Microscopic Colitis
Efficacy and Safety of Oral Rifaximin in Patients With Active Microscopic Colitis
Who is this study for: Patients with Microscopic Colitis
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: April 15, 2021
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: Rifaximin
Study Phase: Phase 2

Summary: This is an open label study looking at rifaximin therapy for the treatment of microscopic (collagenous or lymphocytic) colitis.

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Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center