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Regional Enteritis (Chron's Disease, Ileitis)
SYMPTOMS. There may be fever, loss of appetite, weight loss, abdominal pain,
abdominal mass and chronic diarrhea. There may also be severe intestinal
colic and arthritis.
CAUSES for the inflammation of the lower part of the small intestine, called
the ileum, is unknown. This also affects other areas of the bowel at times.
TREATMENT. Surgery may be recommended in some cases.
.Medication and diet may be prescribed.