Crohn’s disease

Crypt abscess

A crypt abscess is a collection of specialized immune cells called neutrophils found inside the crypts of the colon. Crypts are small, tube-shaped glands that line the inside of the colon and help it function properly. When neutrophils accumulate within these crypts, it indicates acute (recent onset or active) inflammation. This condition is commonly observed …
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Your pathology report for chronic active colitis

Chronic active colitis is a type of inflammation in the colon (large intestine) caused by the body’s immune system attacking its own cells. This results in damage to the inner lining of the colon. The word “chronic” means that the inflammation has been present for a long time, and “active” means that the inflammation is currently …
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