Pouchitis
Pouchitis
Pouchitis (/paʊˈkaɪtɪs/) is a condition that affects people who have had surgery to remove their colon and rectum. The term is derived from the Latin word "pouch" and the Greek suffix "-itis", which means inflammation.
Definition
Pouchitis is an inflammation of the ileal pouch (also known as a J-pouch, S-pouch, W-pouch, or ileo-anal pouch), an artificial rectum surgically created out of ileal gut tissue in patients who have undergone a colectomy.
Symptoms
Symptoms of pouchitis can include increased frequency of bowel movements, abdominal cramping, bloody diarrhea, urgency, incontinence, and fever.
Causes
The exact cause of pouchitis is unknown, but it is thought to be related to an imbalance in the bacteria that live in the pouch. Other possible causes include a reaction to certain foods or medications, or an autoimmune response.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of pouchitis is typically made based on the patient's symptoms and a physical examination. Additional tests, such as a sigmoidoscopy or colonoscopy, may also be performed.
Treatment
Treatment for pouchitis usually involves antibiotics to reduce inflammation and restore the balance of bacteria in the pouch. In some cases, other medications or surgery may be necessary.
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See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Pouchitis
- Wikipedia's article - Pouchitis
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