Is Microscopic Colitis An Auto-immune Disease?
Question: Is microscopic Colitus an auto-immune disease?
Brief Answer:
No it is not
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for posting your query.
I am Dr.R.K and I am pleased to assist you.
The exact cause of microscopic colitis is not known.
In some patients with microscopic colitis, autoimmune disorders such as arthritis and thyroid abnormalities are also seen.
But it is yet to be proved whether microscopic colitis is an autoimmune disease.
I hope that answers your query.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr.R.K.
No it is not
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for posting your query.
I am Dr.R.K and I am pleased to assist you.
The exact cause of microscopic colitis is not known.
In some patients with microscopic colitis, autoimmune disorders such as arthritis and thyroid abnormalities are also seen.
But it is yet to be proved whether microscopic colitis is an autoimmune disease.
I hope that answers your query.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr.R.K.
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