Cronkhite-canada Syndrome

Written by Himabindhu

Medically Reviewed by The Medindia Medical Review Team on Apr 03, 2015

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What is Cronkhite-canada Syndrome ?

Multiple polyps of the digestive tract is the characteristic of this condition. Polyps are most frequent in the stomach and large intestine, but may also be found in small intestine and rarely in the esophagus.

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Cause(s) :

Cause of the disease is unknown

Symptoms :

Edema
Pain in abdomen
Watery bowel movements, 5-7 times a day, high volume of stools
Progressive weight loss due to diarrhea
Change in sensations of taste and smell and eventually losing the sensations
Gastrointestinal symptoms like nausea and vomiting Swallowing difficulties
Neurological symptoms like sensory neuropathy, seizures, syncope, nystagmus, etc

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Diagnosis and Tests :

Endoscopy
Physical Examination
Laboratory Test

Specialist to consult : Gastroenterology

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