Narayana Hospital, Guwahati
Intestinal Disorders

Intestinal Tuberculosis

Comprehensive Care for Intestinal and Bowel Disorders

The small intestine and large intestine play an essential role in digestion, nutrient absorption, and normal bowel function. Disorders affecting the intestines may cause abdominal pain, bloating, diarrhoea, constipation, blood in stool, weight loss, anaemia, or changes in bowel habits. Some intestinal disorders are functional and do not damage the bowel, while others may cause inflammation, ulcers, narrowing, bleeding, or long-term complications. Persistent or recurrent symptoms should be evaluated to identify the underlying cause and begin appropriate treatment. Dr. Dipankar Das provides comprehensive evaluation and management of intestinal disorders using blood and stool tests, colonoscopy, biopsy, advanced imaging, and individualized medical treatment.

What is Intestinal Tuberculosis?

Intestinal tuberculosis is a form of tuberculosis that affects the intestine, most commonly the ileocecal region where the small intestine joins the colon. Its symptoms and endoscopic appearance may resemble Crohn’s Disease, infection, or intestinal cancer. Therefore, careful evaluation is essential before starting treatment.

Common Signs & Symptoms

Chronic abdominal pain
Weight loss
Fever
Loss of appetite
Diarrhoea or constipation
Abdominal swelling
Intestinal obstruction
Anaemia

How is it diagnosed?

1Blood Tests
2Chest Imaging
3CT Enterography or MR Enterography
4Colonoscopy with Biopsy
5Acid-Fast Bacilli (AFB) Staining or PCR Testing

Treatment

Standard Antitubercular Therapy (ATT)
Endoscopic dilatation for strictures
Surgery in selected cases of obstruction or perforation

Why early diagnosis matters

Early treatment with antitubercular medicines leads to complete healing and prevents complications such as intestinal narrowing or blockage.

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