What disease is the likely cause of this patients symptoms

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John is a 45-year-old man who recently returned from a trip to sub-Saharan Africa. He had been working on a medical mission to provide care to underserved populations. He was referred to a specialist by his primary care physician after he described his gastrointestinal symptoms, which included chronic diarrhea, abdominal pain, and bloating for several weeks after his return from Africa. He also reported fatigue, weight loss, and an itchy rash on his arms and legs. His primary care physician ordered blood tests, which revealed an elevated eosinophil count. His specialist ordered a stool sample analysis, which revealed the presence of helminth eggs in his feces. A subsequent colonoscopy showed inflammation and ulcers in his colon. What disease is the likely cause of this patient's symptoms? What is the significance of the high eosinophil count in this patient? How do eosinophils contribute to the immune response against parasitic infections? What are some possible treatment options for this patient?

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