Gastroenterology
GI bleed
Etiology The site of bleeding is only suggested by the patient’s presentation and physical exami...
Ascites
Definition Accumulation of peritoneal fluid Symptoms Abdominal Distention and discomfort Anor...
SBP
Definition SBP is a bacterial infection of the ascitic fluid. Diagnosis: PMN count >= 250 cell...
Acute Pancreatitis
Definition indicates inflammation of the pancreas. Acute pancreatitis: results from the leakage...
Alcoholic Hepatitis
3 Histological Stages Simple steatosis (usually reversible w/ abstinence in 4-6 wks) Steatohep...
Nausea
Nausea Nausea is the unpleasant sensation of about to vomit. This can occur alone or with vomit...
Constipation
Check if patient has Bowel Obstruction before giving anything PO Stool Softeners - Colace 100-25...