04 Aug, 2023 6:39 PM

Colitis is inflammation in the colon or intestines. It usually comes from contaminated food or water. Infectious colitis can be caused by bacteria, viruses, or parasites and can be spread through bodily fluids like saliva, blood, urine, semen, and vaginal fluids; resulting in inflammation of the stomach and intestines. Colitis have different types including Infectious Colitis, Pseudomembranous Colitis, Allergic Colitis, Radiation Colitis, Ischemic Colitis , Aneurysm or Atherosclerosis, Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD) and Diversion Colitis.

Common symptoms of Colitis include:
• Abdominal Pain
• Bloating, Abdominal Pain, Cramping
• Urgent Diarrhea & Vomiting
• Bloody or Mucus-Filled Bowel Movements Dehydration & Loss of Appetite
• Headaches
• Weight Loss
• Fever
• Nausea and Vomiting
• Fever
• Fatigue
• Anemia
• Dehydration
• Malabsorption and Malnutrition

Dr Stephen Mbugua Kairu is an experienced specialist in the treatment and management of complications arising from all types of colitis. Dr Stephen emphasizes that treatment for colitis depends on the type and the cause, hence may include medication, diet and surgery. Whether a bacterial infection from food poisoning or more chronic and inflammatory bowel diseases, causing severe damage to your colon such as perforation, toxic megacolon, increased risk of colon cancer and increased risk of other inflammatory diseases that can affect your quality of life.

Our Contacts
Dr Stephen Mbugua Kairu
Mobile: 0736 443383
Tel: 020 2420950
The Greenhouse, 1st Floor, Suite 19, East Wing, Ngong Road Nairobi

Stomach Inflammation intestines Inflammation Infectious Colitis Pseudomembranous Colitis Allergic Colitis Radiation Colitis Ischemic Colitis Aneurysm or Atherosclerosis Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD)Colitis Diversion Colitis perforation Toxic Megacolon Dr Stephen Mbugua Kairu Gastroenerologist in Nairobi Kenya