Case of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus with Eosinophilic Enteritis
Author Information
Author(s): Asadi Gharabaghi Mehrnaz, Abdollahi Pejman, Kalany Mohammad, Sotoudeh Masoud
Primary Institution: Tehran University of Medical Sciences
Hypothesis
Can systemic lupus erythematosus present with chronic diarrhea due to eosinophilic enteritis?
Conclusion
The study highlights the importance of considering systemic lupus erythematosus in patients presenting with chronic diarrhea and lymphopenia for earlier diagnosis and treatment.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient presented with a five-month history of diarrhea and abdominal pain.
- Computed tomography revealed small bowel wall thickening.
- Histological findings confirmed eosinophilic enteritis.
Takeaway
A woman had diarrhea for five months, and it turned out to be caused by a disease called systemic lupus erythematosus, which can affect the stomach.
Methodology
The case was evaluated through physical examinations, imaging studies, and laboratory tests to diagnose the underlying condition.
Limitations
The report is based on a single case, which may limit the generalizability of the findings.
Participant Demographics
A 38-year-old Persian Iranian woman.
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