Muscular mesenteritis
Muscular mesenteritis develops when the tissue that supports the small intestine (mesentery) becomes inflamed and scar tissue forms. Muscular mesenteritis is rare and its causes are unknown
Musclerosing mesenteritis causes abdominal pain, bloating and diarrhea However, some people develop no symptoms at all and do not need treatment
In rare cases, scar tissue from sclerosing mesenteritis blocks the passage of food through the digestive system. In this situation, surgical intervention may be necessary
