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| name = Enteritis | |||
| image = [[File:Crohn's_ileitis_-_biopsy,_intermed._mag.1.jpg]] | |||
| caption = Biopsy of the ileum showing features of enteritis | |||
| field = [[Gastroenterology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Abdominal pain]], [[diarrhea]], [[fever]], [[nausea]] | |||
| complications = [[Dehydration]], [[malabsorption]], [[intestinal perforation]] | |||
| onset = Sudden or gradual | |||
| duration = Varies (acute or chronic) | |||
| causes = [[Infection]], [[autoimmune disease]], [[radiation therapy]], [[medications]] | |||
| risks = [[Contaminated food]], [[travel]], [[immunosuppression]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Stool culture]], [[endoscopy]], [[biopsy]] | |||
| differential = [[Irritable bowel syndrome]], [[Crohn's disease]], [[ulcerative colitis]] | |||
| treatment = [[Rehydration therapy]], [[antibiotics]], [[anti-inflammatory drugs]] | |||
| medication = [[Antibiotics]], [[corticosteroids]] | |||
| frequency = Common | |||
| deaths = Rare (depends on cause and treatment) | |||
}} | |||
'''Enteritis''' is an [[inflammation]] of the [[small intestine]]. It is most commonly caused by consuming food or water contaminated with pathogenic microbes. Symptoms may include [[abdominal pain]], [[nausea]], [[diarrhea]], and [[fever]]. | '''Enteritis''' is an [[inflammation]] of the [[small intestine]]. It is most commonly caused by consuming food or water contaminated with pathogenic microbes. Symptoms may include [[abdominal pain]], [[nausea]], [[diarrhea]], and [[fever]]. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Enteritis can be caused by a variety of conditions, including [[infectious disease|infections]] (bacterial, viral, or parasitic), [[autoimmune disease|autoimmune diseases]], and certain medications. The most common cause is the consumption of food or water contaminated with pathogenic microbes. | Enteritis can be caused by a variety of conditions, including [[infectious disease|infections]] (bacterial, viral, or parasitic), [[autoimmune disease|autoimmune diseases]], and certain medications. The most common cause is the consumption of food or water contaminated with pathogenic microbes. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of enteritis can vary depending on the cause, but they often include abdominal pain, nausea, diarrhea, and fever. Other symptoms may include [[bloating]], [[vomiting]], and [[loss of appetite]]. | The symptoms of enteritis can vary depending on the cause, but they often include abdominal pain, nausea, diarrhea, and fever. Other symptoms may include [[bloating]], [[vomiting]], and [[loss of appetite]]. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
The diagnosis of enteritis is typically based on the patient's symptoms and medical history. Additional tests, such as [[blood test|blood tests]], [[stool test|stool tests]], and [[imaging test|imaging tests]], may be performed to confirm the diagnosis and identify the cause. | The diagnosis of enteritis is typically based on the patient's symptoms and medical history. Additional tests, such as [[blood test|blood tests]], [[stool test|stool tests]], and [[imaging test|imaging tests]], may be performed to confirm the diagnosis and identify the cause. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
The treatment of enteritis depends on the cause. In many cases, the condition can be managed with [[hydration therapy|hydration]] and [[dietary modification]]. If the enteritis is caused by an infection, [[antibiotic]] or [[antiviral drug|antiviral]] therapy may be necessary. | The treatment of enteritis depends on the cause. In many cases, the condition can be managed with [[hydration therapy|hydration]] and [[dietary modification]]. If the enteritis is caused by an infection, [[antibiotic]] or [[antiviral drug|antiviral]] therapy may be necessary. | ||
== Prevention == | == Prevention == | ||
Prevention of enteritis involves maintaining good [[hygiene]] and safe food handling practices. This includes washing hands regularly, especially before preparing or eating food, and ensuring that food is cooked and stored properly. | Prevention of enteritis involves maintaining good [[hygiene]] and safe food handling practices. This includes washing hands regularly, especially before preparing or eating food, and ensuring that food is cooked and stored properly. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Gastroenteritis]] | * [[Gastroenteritis]] | ||
* [[Colitis]] | * [[Colitis]] | ||
* [[Inflammatory bowel disease]] | * [[Inflammatory bowel disease]] | ||
[[Category:Gastrointestinal disorders]] | [[Category:Gastrointestinal disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Inflammatory diseases]] | [[Category:Inflammatory diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Infections]] | [[Category:Infections]] | ||
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| Enteritis | |
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| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Abdominal pain, diarrhea, fever, nausea |
| Complications | Dehydration, malabsorption, intestinal perforation |
| Onset | Sudden or gradual |
| Duration | Varies (acute or chronic) |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Infection, autoimmune disease, radiation therapy, medications |
| Risks | Contaminated food, travel, immunosuppression |
| Diagnosis | Stool culture, endoscopy, biopsy |
| Differential diagnosis | Irritable bowel syndrome, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Rehydration therapy, antibiotics, anti-inflammatory drugs |
| Medication | Antibiotics, corticosteroids |
| Prognosis | N/A |
| Frequency | Common |
| Deaths | Rare (depends on cause and treatment) |
Enteritis is an inflammation of the small intestine. It is most commonly caused by consuming food or water contaminated with pathogenic microbes. Symptoms may include abdominal pain, nausea, diarrhea, and fever.
Causes[edit]
Enteritis can be caused by a variety of conditions, including infections (bacterial, viral, or parasitic), autoimmune diseases, and certain medications. The most common cause is the consumption of food or water contaminated with pathogenic microbes.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of enteritis can vary depending on the cause, but they often include abdominal pain, nausea, diarrhea, and fever. Other symptoms may include bloating, vomiting, and loss of appetite.
Diagnosis[edit]
The diagnosis of enteritis is typically based on the patient's symptoms and medical history. Additional tests, such as blood tests, stool tests, and imaging tests, may be performed to confirm the diagnosis and identify the cause.
Treatment[edit]
The treatment of enteritis depends on the cause. In many cases, the condition can be managed with hydration and dietary modification. If the enteritis is caused by an infection, antibiotic or antiviral therapy may be necessary.
Prevention[edit]
Prevention of enteritis involves maintaining good hygiene and safe food handling practices. This includes washing hands regularly, especially before preparing or eating food, and ensuring that food is cooked and stored properly.
