Gastroenterology — Flashcards

Paralytic ileus can occur after abdominal surgery, but also after _____ (e.g. retroperitoneal hemorrhage) and _____ imbalances (hypokalemia)

Acute diarrhea < _____ weeks Chronic diarrhea > _____ weeks

_____ pneumonia is characterized by foul-smelling sputum

Painless genital ulcers and tender inguinal lymphadenopathy is seen in _____

Hint: condition

White plaques (that can be scraped off), dysphagia and HIV positive is managed with _____

Hint: treatment other than antiretroviral therapy

HIV with CD4 < 50 and bloody diarrhea = _____

What is the likely diagnosis in an elderly man with dysphagia, regurgitation, halitosis, and aspiration? _____

Anorexia can lead to secondary _____

Hint: MSK

Which pathogen responsible for acute diarrhea presents with myalgias, malaise, and nausea/vomiting? _____

Orbital cellulitis is most commonly caused by bacterial spread from _____ or _____ sinusitis