GI - 12 Anus and Rectum Flashcards
1
Q
Linear rocket shaped ulcer <5mm in length
Most in posterior midline
A
Anal fissure
2
Q
Where are anal fissures usually found?
A
Posterior midline
3
Q
Severe pain and tearing during defecation
Visual inspection of anal verge: crack in epithelium
Pain on rectal exam
A
Anal fissure
4
Q
Treatment of anal fissures (2)
A
Stool Softeners or osmotic lax
5
Q
Throbbing perianal pain
Erythema, fluctuance and swelling on exam
A
Perianal Abscess
6
Q
Anal __ progresses into Anal ___
A
Anal abscess progresses into Anal fistula
7
Q
If you see a fistula, consider it is a sign of
A
Crohn’s disease
8
Q
Drug to treat fecal impaction
A
PEG
9
Q
___ are a result of straining and pushing
A
Hemorrhoids
10
Q
Bleeding usually with wiping
Prolapse, mucoid discharge, fullness
A
Internal Hemorrhoids
11
Q
___ are literally a pain in the butt
A
Hemorrhoids
