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Aeromonas hydrophila colitis in a child
Journal of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition
|November 1, 1984
Summary
Aeromonas hydrophila infection can cause ulcerative colitis in children, presenting as chronic bloody diarrhea. This finding suggests Aeromonas hydrophila colitis might be more prevalent than previously recognized.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Gastroenterology
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Ulcerative colitis is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease.
- Diagnosis typically involves endoscopic and histologic evaluation.
Observation:
- A 5-year-old girl presented with chronic bloody diarrhea.
- Diagnostic procedures confirmed ulcerative colitis.
Findings:
- Stool cultures identified Aeromonas hydrophila.
- The patient's symptoms were attributed to Aeromonas hydrophila colitis.
Implications:
- Aeromonas hydrophila may be an underdiagnosed cause of pediatric ulcerative colitis.
- Further research is warranted to understand the prevalence and mechanisms of Aeromonas hydrophila-associated colitis.
