Disease-a-month : DM
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The toxicology, immunology and gastroenterology aspects of food remain important in clinical practice, as anyone treating food related anaphylaxis, or chronic intolerance syndromes can attest. Although entire editions of journals could focus on any one aspect of adverse effects from food, the following review addresses the important and prevalent gastrointestinal condition lactose intolerance and gastrointestinal (GI) conditions that have similar presentation but require different treatment.
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Disease-a-month : DM · Dec 2024
ReviewNavigating mesenteric vasculitis: A comprehensive review of literature.
Vasculitides are diseases marked by inflammation of the blood vessel walls across various organ systems. The mesenteric vasculitis (MV) affects localized mesenteric vessels of the gastrointestinal tract. It usually occurs as part of a systemic inflammatory process but could also present in isolation. ⋯ Furthermore, this review addresses the diagnostic challenges associated with MV, including the lack of specific criteria and symptom overlap with other gastrointestinal disorders such as atherosclerotic mesenteric ischemia, infections, malignancies, adverse medication effects, and other vessel occlusive processes. It also emphasizes the gaps in current literature regarding optimal diagnostic strategies and the necessity for standardized treatment protocols. By addressing these gaps and challenges, we aim to optimize patient care and improve prognosis for individuals affected by MV.