Family medicine Flashcards
What are some common reasons for visits?
follow ups on chronic illnesses
prevention
evaluate new complaints
What is arthritis?
painful joint inflammation
What are some common types of arthritis?
Osteoarthritis (OA)
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA)
reactive
Psoriatic (PA)
Gout
What is degenerative disc disease (DDD)
a common form of osteoarthritis that affects the spine and the discs between
What are some major causes of DDD?
injuries
sports and daily activities
aging
What are connective tissue disorders?
disorders of the connective tissues; can be genetic or autoimmune
What is hypertension?
Blood pressure above 120/80 mmHg
What is hyperlipidemia?
an increase of lipids in the blood
What are the two types of hyperlipidemia?
hypercholesteremia
hypertriglyceridemia
What is arteriosclerosis?
narrowing and hardening of the arteries
What is congestive heart failure (CHF)?
The inability of the heart to efficiently pump blood
What is chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)?
a group of lung diseases that increases resistance to are movement, prolong the expiratory phase of respiration, and reduce the elasticity of the lung
What is asthma?
a condition where a person’s airways become inflamed, narrow and swell, and produce extra mucus, which make it difficult to breathe
What is sleep apnea?
the involuntary cessation of breathing while the patient is sleeping
What is diabetes mellitus (DM)?
diseases of abnormal carbohydrate metabolism that are characterized by hyperglycemia
What is hyperthyroidism?
The clinical consequences of excessive levels of thyroid hormone in the body
What is hypothyroidism?
The clinical consequences of inadequate levels of thyroid hormone in the body
What is osteoporosis?
when the density and quality of the bone are reduced
What is GERD?
gastroesophageal reflux disease
dysfunction of the lower esophageal sphincter causes stomach acid to flow backwards into the esophagus
What is IBS?
irritable bowel syndrome
a functional GI disorder characterized by constipation, diarrhea, or both
What is IBD?
Inflammatory bowel disease
a disease characterized by chronic inflammation of the GI tract that can lead to damage over time
What is diverticulosis?
formation of small outpouches within the intestinal lining
What is cholelithiasis?
the formation of hard deposits within the gallbladder
What are headaches?
Aches of the head
can be from any part of the head, ranging from dull to sharp
What are seizures?
sudden, uncontrolled electrical disturbances in the brain
What is depression?
Mood disorder that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest
What is anxiety?
persistent feelings of worry or fear that do not go away, occur without cause, or are disproportionate to the situation
What is ADHD?
attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
a chronic condition characterized by attention difficulty, hyperactivity, and/or impulsiveness
What are feeding disorders?
serious, sometimes fatal, conditions characterized by disturbances in feeding behaviors, associated thoughts or emotions related to food or eating, and perception of body image or weight
What are some major types of eating disorders?
anorexia nervosa
bulimia nervosa
binge-eating disorder
pica
rumination disorder
avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder
What is acne?
overproduction of oil and a buildup of bacteria and dead skin cells contribute to pimples; often has a genetic component
What are UTIs?
urinary tract infections
an infection of any part of the urinary system
What are kidney stones?
formation of small, hard deposits within the kidney that may have difficulty passing
What are STIs?
Sexually transmitted infections
infections passed between partners caused by a virus, bacteria, or parasite
What is urinary retention?
the inability to completely empty the bladder
What does HEENT stand for?
Head
Ears
Eyes
Nose
Throat
