Cronkhite-Canada Syndrome: A Case Report

Cronkhite-Canada Syndrome is a rare condition characterized by gastrointestinal polyposis, alopecia, and other symptoms. A case study of a 40-year-old female with this syndrome reported symptoms including abdominal pain, diarrhoea, alopecia, and hyperpigmentation. She experienced significant weight loss and nail changes. Histopathological examination showed polypoid mucosa and inflammatory changes in the colon. The patient also contracted Entamoeba histolytica and COVID-19, for which she received antibiotics and nutritional support. Her symptoms improved significantly after 4 weeks of corticosteroid treatment, highlighting the potential effectiveness of steroids, infection management, and nutritional counselling in alleviating symptoms.