Inflammatory markers Flashcards

1
Q

Which diseases may we monitor using ESR or CRP?

A

Inflammatory bowel diseases, inflammatory arthritis, autoimmune disease, polymyalgia, temporal arteritis

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When asking about IBD, list symptoms to enquire about.

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Diarrhoea (may be nocturnal)
blood
mucus
tenesmus
lower abdominal pain
abdominal discomfort
bloating
fatigue
weight loss
malaise
perianal pain/ itching
oral ulcers
nausea and vomiting
fever
weight loss

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When asking about inflammatory arthritis which symptoms should you enquire about?

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Joint pain
swelling,
fatigue
low grade fever
rheumatoid nodules
morning stiffness
malaise

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