Collagenous colitis and lymphocytic colitis, the two main subtypes of microscopic colitis, may develop as a result of an immune response. This could happen when something causes the body to mistakenly ...

Microscopic colitis is a lifelong condition that causes symptoms such as diarrhea and abdominal pain. It is a type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). While there is no cure for microscopic colitis, ...

Ulcerative colitis is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease that can cause inflammation, ulcers and damage in the large intestine. Although diet is only one piece of the puzzle, choosing the right ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 64-year-old female who is in moderate health. After a months-long bout of diarrhea, blood work, and a colonoscopy, I’ve been diagnosed with microscopic colitis. After a round of ...

Patients with autoimmune thyroid disease had a 65% higher risk of developing microscopic colitis, with the strongest association observed in patients diagnosed with microscopic colitis before 50 years ...

Dear Dr. Roach: I am a 64-year-old female who is in moderate health. After a monthslong bout of diarrhea, blood work, and a colonoscopy, I’ve been diagnosed with microscopic colitis. After a round of ...

There is no specific diet for ischemic colitis. However, a healthcare professional may suggest a liquid diet or no food during certain stages of treatment. Ischemic colitis is a condition in which not ...

(a) Atrophic/withering crypts (red arrow) and lamina propria vascular congestion. Notice that the cellularity of the lamina propria is not significantly increased. (b) Vascular congestion and ...

Earlier reports blamed several medications including nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), statins, and ...

While an individualized approach is best, these foods may support gut health in people with ulcerative colitis. Reviewed by Dietitian Katey Davidson, M.Sc.FN, RD, CPT Fatty fish, lean protein, soluble ...