Eosinophilic cystitis

Eosinophilic cystitis is a rare condition where eosinophiles are present in the bladder wall.[1] Signs and symptoms are similar to a bladder infection.[1] Its cause is not entirely clear; however, may be linked to food allergies, infections, and medications among others.[2]

Management

Treatment involves avoiding the trigger if that can be determined.[1]

Prognosis

Long term outcomes in children are generally good.[1]

References

  1. 1 2 3 4 Kramer, ed. by A. Barry Belman; Lowell R. King; Stephen A. (2002). Clinical pediatric urology (4. ed.). London: Dunitz. p. 338. ISBN 9781901865639.
  2. ↑ Popescu, OE; Landas, SK; Haas, GP (Feb 2009). "The spectrum of eosinophilic cystitis in males: case series and literature review.". Archives of pathology & laboratory medicine 133 (2): 289–94. doi:10.1043/1543-2165-133.2.289. PMID 19195972.
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