Gastroenterology & Hepatology — Flashcards

There are 3 main types of hepatitis B; _____ & Fulminant, Chronic

What initial investigations should be done for hepatitis B? _____

Hint: 3

Hepatitis A resolution phase lasts up to _____ & can presents with malaise & hepatic tenderness

Hint: time

Hepatitis A incubation period is ~ _____

Hepatitis B is more commonly spread via _____ & sharing needles (IVDU)

C. diff will usually present with _____ and abdominal pain

Hint: Symptom

Diarrhoea due to C. diff infection should resolve within _____ weeks

Life threatening C. diff infections are indicated by findings such as: _____, ileus, toxic megacolon

C. diff bacteria produce an _____ which damages the intestines and can cause pseudomembranous colitis

People who have had a C. diff infection should stay away from work or school until they have been diarrhoea free for _____

Hint: Time