What causes collagenous colitis & lymphocytic colitis?
There is no known cause for collagenous colitis and lymphocytic colitis. Scientists believe that these may be due to autoimmune responses, or caused by bacteria and their toxins. Factors that make collagenous colitis worse include NSAID type drugs, and ergot alkaloids. Who gets collagenous colitis and lymphocytic colitis? The most common age for diagnosis for collagenous colitis and lymphocytic colitis is 60 to 80 years old. Collagenous colitis is diagnosed more often in women, while lymphocytic colitis equally impacts both men and women. How is collagenous colitis and lymphocytic colitis diagnosed? The diagnosis of collagenous colitis or lymphocytic colitis is done through biopsies (tissue samples) taken during a colonoscopy or a flexible sigmoidoscopy, in a patient who has the symptoms even when they have a completely normal appearing colon. How is collagenous colitis and lymphocytic colitis treated? The treatment for collagenous colitis and lymphocytic colitis depend on the symptoms
