chronic enteritis

Chronic Active Enteritis: Understanding Your Pathology Report

Chronic active enteritis refers to ongoing (chronic) inflammation in the small intestine, accompanied by recent (active) inflammation. Pathologists use this term after examining a tissue sample under a microscope. They observe a mixture of immune cells that indicates inflammation has been present for an extended period and is currently active. They may also see specific …
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Chronic Enteritis: Understanding Your Pathology Report

Chronic enteritis refers to long-lasting inflammation of the small intestine. When examining a tissue sample under a microscope, pathologists identify chronic enteritis by seeing increased numbers of specific immune cells, particularly lymphocytes and plasma cells. The presence of these immune cells means the inflammation has been present for an extended period—weeks, months, or even years. …
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