Toxic megacolon is a rare but potentially life-threatening complication of IBD, an infection, or damage to the colon. It involves inflammation of the deeper layers of the colon and can lead to rupture ...

A 29-year-old woman, a psychiatric hospital resident with schizoaffective disorder, developed toxic megacolon while on clozapine. She presented with 24 hours of delirium, altered mental status, and a ...

Fulminant colitis is a rare but severe form of colitis that can be life threatening. It affects the entire lining of the colon, causing severe inflammation and potentially serious complications. In ...

Toxic megacolon is a serious condition of the large intestine, or colon, that affects how well food moves through the digestive system. Digestive symptoms like bloating and nausea are common. Almost ...