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Ischemic Colitis
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Ischemic Colitis
Ischemic colitis is a sudden swelling(inflammation) of a part of the large intestine(colon) that occurs when there is a temporary loss of, or reduction in, blood flow to the colon.Ischemic colitis mainly affects people ...
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Symptoms
Pain
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Causes
Ischemic colitis mainly affects people over 50. Many of them have a history of peripheral vascular disease.
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Colonoscopy with Biopsy
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Mild, temporary ischemic colitis is treated by maintaining good blood pressure. This can be done with medicines and ...
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Diabetes
Congestive Heart Failure
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Complications
Sepsis
Peritonitis
Intestinal gangrene
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Being aware of your risk may allow early diagnosis and treatment. Absolute prevention may not be possible.
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Call your health care provider if you develop symptoms of ischemic colitis.
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