-
1
A 52-year-old man presented with chronic diarrhea and significant weight loss, leading to a BMI of 14.9 kg/m².
-
2
Laboratory tests indicated anemia, low serum protein, and elevated IgM and β2-microglobulin levels.
-
3
Histological examination revealed marked villous blunting and dilated lymphatic vessels in the terminal ileum.
-
4
The diagnosis was Waldenström’s macroglobulinaemia with intestinal lymphangiectasia, confirmed by immunophenotyping and genetic testing.
-
5
Treatment with the RCD regimen resulted in improved symptoms and nutritional status, with significant regression of intestinal lesions.
Original Source(s)
Cause of chronic diarrhoea
-
by Tingting Cao, Honggang Wang
May 1, 2026
Related Content
Plastic Meets Biomass to Boost Biofuel Yields
Co-pyrolysis study reveals how agricultural waste and LDPE films work together to produce cleaner, energy-rich fuels
April 10, 2026
-
2 min
Molecular Test Doubles Detection of Bile Duct Cancer
According to recent research, a new molecular test could detect bile duct cancer with twice the sensitivity of the standard test, giving physicians a more accurate picture of a patient’s diagnosis.
March 31, 2026
-
3 min
New Histology Signal in Crohn’s
Distinct lymphoid structures identified in fibrostenosing Crohn’s specimens
March 26, 2026
-
2 min
