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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Enteropathy | |||
| synonyms = | |||
| field = [[Gastroenterology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Diarrhea]], [[abdominal pain]], [[weight loss]], [[malabsorption]] | |||
| complications = [[Nutritional deficiencies]], [[anemia]], [[osteoporosis]] | |||
| onset = Varies depending on the cause | |||
| duration = Chronic or acute | |||
| causes = [[Celiac disease]], [[Crohn's disease]], [[Infectious enteritis]], [[Autoimmune enteropathy]] | |||
| risks = Genetic predisposition, [[autoimmune disorders]], [[infections]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Endoscopy]], [[biopsy]], [[blood tests]] | |||
| differential = [[Irritable bowel syndrome]], [[lactose intolerance]], [[small intestinal bacterial overgrowth]] | |||
| treatment = Depends on the underlying cause; may include [[gluten-free diet]], [[immunosuppressive drugs]], [[antibiotics]] | |||
| medication = [[Corticosteroids]], [[biologics]], [[antibiotics]] | |||
| frequency = Common, varies by specific condition | |||
| deaths = Rare, but can occur due to complications | |||
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'''Enteropathy''' is a disease of the intestine, especially the small intestine. It is a broad term that encompasses several types of conditions, including [[Celiac disease]], [[Crohn's disease]], and [[Irritable bowel syndrome]]. | '''Enteropathy''' is a disease of the intestine, especially the small intestine. It is a broad term that encompasses several types of conditions, including [[Celiac disease]], [[Crohn's disease]], and [[Irritable bowel syndrome]]. | ||
==Definition== | ==Definition== | ||
Enteropathy refers to any disease of the intestines. The term is derived from the Greek words "enteron" (intestine) and "pathos" (suffering). It is a broad term that can refer to a variety of conditions, including inflammatory bowel diseases, malabsorption disorders, and infections. | Enteropathy refers to any disease of the intestines. The term is derived from the Greek words "enteron" (intestine) and "pathos" (suffering). It is a broad term that can refer to a variety of conditions, including inflammatory bowel diseases, malabsorption disorders, and infections. | ||
==Types of Enteropathy== | ==Types of Enteropathy== | ||
There are several types of enteropathy, including: | There are several types of enteropathy, including: | ||
* '''[[Celiac disease]]''': This is an autoimmune disorder where the ingestion of gluten leads to damage in the small intestine. | * '''[[Celiac disease]]''': This is an autoimmune disorder where the ingestion of gluten leads to damage in the small intestine. | ||
* '''[[Crohn's disease]]''': This is a type of inflammatory bowel disease that can affect any part of the gastrointestinal tract. | * '''[[Crohn's disease]]''': This is a type of inflammatory bowel disease that can affect any part of the gastrointestinal tract. | ||
* '''[[Irritable bowel syndrome]] (IBS)''': This is a common disorder that affects the large intestine and can cause cramping, abdominal pain, bloating, gas, and diarrhea or constipation. | * '''[[Irritable bowel syndrome]] (IBS)''': This is a common disorder that affects the large intestine and can cause cramping, abdominal pain, bloating, gas, and diarrhea or constipation. | ||
==Symptoms== | ==Symptoms== | ||
The symptoms of enteropathy can vary greatly depending on the specific type of disease. However, common symptoms can include: | The symptoms of enteropathy can vary greatly depending on the specific type of disease. However, common symptoms can include: | ||
* Abdominal pain | * Abdominal pain | ||
* Diarrhea | * Diarrhea | ||
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* Fatigue | * Fatigue | ||
* Bloating and gas | * Bloating and gas | ||
==Diagnosis== | ==Diagnosis== | ||
Diagnosis of enteropathy typically involves a combination of medical history, physical examination, and diagnostic tests. These tests can include blood tests, stool tests, and imaging tests such as [[Computed tomography|CT scans]] or [[Magnetic resonance imaging|MRI]]. In some cases, a [[Biopsy|biopsy]] of the intestine may be necessary. | Diagnosis of enteropathy typically involves a combination of medical history, physical examination, and diagnostic tests. These tests can include blood tests, stool tests, and imaging tests such as [[Computed tomography|CT scans]] or [[Magnetic resonance imaging|MRI]]. In some cases, a [[Biopsy|biopsy]] of the intestine may be necessary. | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
Treatment for enteropathy depends on the specific type of disease. For example, celiac disease is treated by following a strict gluten-free diet, while treatment for Crohn's disease may involve medication, lifestyle changes, and in some cases, surgery. | Treatment for enteropathy depends on the specific type of disease. For example, celiac disease is treated by following a strict gluten-free diet, while treatment for Crohn's disease may involve medication, lifestyle changes, and in some cases, surgery. | ||
==See Also== | ==See Also== | ||
* [[Gastroenterology]] | * [[Gastroenterology]] | ||
* [[Inflammatory bowel disease]] | * [[Inflammatory bowel disease]] | ||
* [[Malabsorption]] | * [[Malabsorption]] | ||
[[Category:Gastroenterology]] | [[Category:Gastroenterology]] | ||
[[Category:Diseases of the digestive system]] | [[Category:Diseases of the digestive system]] | ||
[[Category:Medical terms]] | [[Category:Medical terms]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 05:50, 4 April 2025
| Enteropathy | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Diarrhea, abdominal pain, weight loss, malabsorption |
| Complications | Nutritional deficiencies, anemia, osteoporosis |
| Onset | Varies depending on the cause |
| Duration | Chronic or acute |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Celiac disease, Crohn's disease, Infectious enteritis, Autoimmune enteropathy |
| Risks | Genetic predisposition, autoimmune disorders, infections |
| Diagnosis | Endoscopy, biopsy, blood tests |
| Differential diagnosis | Irritable bowel syndrome, lactose intolerance, small intestinal bacterial overgrowth |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Depends on the underlying cause; may include gluten-free diet, immunosuppressive drugs, antibiotics |
| Medication | Corticosteroids, biologics, antibiotics |
| Prognosis | N/A |
| Frequency | Common, varies by specific condition |
| Deaths | Rare, but can occur due to complications |
Enteropathy is a disease of the intestine, especially the small intestine. It is a broad term that encompasses several types of conditions, including Celiac disease, Crohn's disease, and Irritable bowel syndrome.
Definition[edit]
Enteropathy refers to any disease of the intestines. The term is derived from the Greek words "enteron" (intestine) and "pathos" (suffering). It is a broad term that can refer to a variety of conditions, including inflammatory bowel diseases, malabsorption disorders, and infections.
Types of Enteropathy[edit]
There are several types of enteropathy, including:
- Celiac disease: This is an autoimmune disorder where the ingestion of gluten leads to damage in the small intestine.
- Crohn's disease: This is a type of inflammatory bowel disease that can affect any part of the gastrointestinal tract.
- Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS): This is a common disorder that affects the large intestine and can cause cramping, abdominal pain, bloating, gas, and diarrhea or constipation.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of enteropathy can vary greatly depending on the specific type of disease. However, common symptoms can include:
- Abdominal pain
- Diarrhea
- Weight loss
- Fatigue
- Bloating and gas
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of enteropathy typically involves a combination of medical history, physical examination, and diagnostic tests. These tests can include blood tests, stool tests, and imaging tests such as CT scans or MRI. In some cases, a biopsy of the intestine may be necessary.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for enteropathy depends on the specific type of disease. For example, celiac disease is treated by following a strict gluten-free diet, while treatment for Crohn's disease may involve medication, lifestyle changes, and in some cases, surgery.
