Clinical questions Flashcards
Abdominal aortic aneursym
An abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) is a swelling (aneurysm) of the aorta – the main blood vessel that leads away from the heart, down through the abdomen to the rest of the body.
a pulsating feeling in your stomach (abdomen), usually near your belly button, that’s usually only noticeable when you touch it
persistent back pain
persistent abdominal pain
Acute pancreatitis
Acute pancreatitis is a serious condition where the pancreas becomes inflamed over a short period of time. The pancreas is a small organ located behind the stomach and below the ribcage.
nausea (feeling sick) or vomiting
diarrhoea
indigestion
a high temperature (fever) of 38C (100.4F) or above
jaundice – yellowing of the skin and the whites of the eyes
tenderness or swelling of the abdomen (tummy)
Anorexia nervosa
People who have anorexia are very anxious about their weight and body shape. They try to keep their weight as low as possible by strictly controlling and limiting what they eat. Many people with anorexia will also exercise excessively. They may also use other methods to try to control their weight, including using laxatives, vomiting after eating, and taking stimulant drugs.
Appendicitis
Appendicitis is a painful swelling of the appendix. The appendix is a small, thin pouch about 5-10cm (2-4 inches) long. It’s connected to the large intestine, where stools (faeces) are formed.
feeling sick (nausea)
being sick
loss of appetite
diarrhoea
a high temperature (fever) and a flushed face
Bronchitis
Bronchitis is an infection of the airways of the lungs (bronchi), causing them to become irritated and inflamed.
sore throat
headache
runny or blocked nose
aches and pains
tiredness
Bulimia
Bulimia nervosa is an eating disorder and mental health condition. People with bulimia are very anxious about their weight and focused on having the ‘right’ body shape. They also spend a lot of time thinking about food.
Crohns diease
Crohn’s disease is a long-term recurring diarrhoea
abdominal pain and cramping, which is usually worse after eating
extreme tiredness (fatigue)
unintended weight loss
blood and mucus in your faeces (stools) condition that causes inflammation of the lining of the digestive system.
Cystic fibrosis
Cystic fibrosis is an inherited condition in which the lungs and digestive system can become clogged with thick, sticky mucus.
Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia, also called fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS), is a long-term condition that causes pain all over the body.
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A is a liver infection caused by a virus that’s spread in the poo of an infected person.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B is an infection of the liver caused by a virus that’s spread through blood and body fluids
Hepatitis C
Hepatitis C is a virus that can infect the liver. If left untreated, it can sometimes cause serious and potentially life-threatening damage to the liver over many years.
Iron deficiency anemia
Iron deficiency anaemia is a condition where a lack of iron in the body leads to a reduction in the number of red blood cells.
Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is a condition that weakens bones, making them fragile and more likely to break. It develops slowly over several years and is often only diagnosed when a minor fall or sudden impact causes a bone fracture.
Sickle cell dieases
Sickle cell disease is the name for a group of blood disorders. The most severe is sickle cell anaemia. These disorders are inherited, meaning they are passed on through your genes.
