MICROSCOPIC COLITIS

Overview
Microscopic Colitis is an inflammatory condition of the colon identifiable only through microscopic biopsy, not imaging.

Two Types
• Collagenous Colitis
• Lymphocytic Colitis

Symptoms
• Chronic watery diarrhea
• Urgency
• Fatigue
• Mild abdominal discomfort
• Bloating

Triggers
• NSAIDs
• PPIs
• SSRIs
• Artificial sweeteners
• Gluten
• Smoking
• Stress

Diagnosis
Colonoscopy with biopsy.

Treatment
• Budesonide
• Avoiding trigger medications
• Dietary modification
• Hydration
• Antidiarrheals (doctor-guided)