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Jan 02, 2010
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collagenous colitis link with arthritis
Was diagnosed w/ collagenous
colitis
Colitis
Irritable bowel syndrome
Ischemic colitis
Necrotizing enterocolitis
Salmonella enterocolitis
Ulcerative colitis
four years ago. Currently in remission, however, have developed pain and disfigurement in the top joints of three
fingers
Amputated finger
Amyloidosis on the fingers
Clubbed fingers
Cryoglobulinemia - of the fingers
Herpes zoster (shingles) on the hand and fingers
Janeway lesion on the finger
Kawasaki's disease, peeling of the fingertips
Nail abnormalities
Replantation of digits
Ringworm, tinea manuum on the finger
Skin cancer, melanoma on the fingernail
, two on left, one on right. Could there be an autoimmune problem causing both illnesses? If so, what type of MD should I see? Thank you
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CalGal
Jan 02, 2010
There are several reports linking CC with forms of arthritis. I'd suggest checking with your GI person to see if they have suggestions for treatment.
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