Ulcerative jejunitis is a rare complication of CD typically found in adults in the 5th or 6th decade. It is usually associated with refractory celiac disease (RCD) and the possible development of enteropathy-associated T-cell lymphoma (EATL) [2, 3].

What causes Jejunitis?

Jejunitis and Ileitis: Causes

Contaminated food or water is the major causative factor. Viral infections affect the upper small intestine more often, while bacterial infection involves the colon and ileum more often.

What is jejunitis?

Medical Definition of jejunitis

: inflammation of the jejunum.