Acute self-limited colitis associated with Cryptosporidium in an immunocompetent patient

J Pediatr Gastroenterol Nutr. 1989 Apr;8(3):401-3. doi: 10.1097/00005176-198904000-00025.

Abstract

A case report of acute self-limiting colitis associated with enteric Cryptosporidium infection in an immunocompetent child is presented. This case broadens the spectrum of symptoms and manifestation of Cryptosporidium infection in a normal human host.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Acute Disease
  • Child
  • Colitis / etiology*
  • Cryptosporidiosis / complications*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Immunocompetence