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Collagenous Colitis (koh-LAH-juh-nus koh-LY-tis)

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Definition: A type of colitis. Caused by an abnormal band of collagen, a thread-like protein.

Common Misspellings: collagenis colitis

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FAQs - Collagenous/Microscopic Colitis
Answers to the most frequently asked questions about this type of Inflammatory Bowel Disease including diagnosis, symptoms, causes, treatment, and medication.

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