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Large Intestine And Anorectal Conditions Flashcards

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Large Intestine: Common Symptoms

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-Abdominal pain, discomfort, cramping
-Constipation
-Diarrhea
-Distension
-Incontinence
-Bleeding
-Gas

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Large Intestine: Exam

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Focused intestinal exam

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Large Intestine: Common Diagnostic Tools

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-Colonoscopy: Entire colon
-Sigmoidoscopy: Left side of colon
-Biopsy: Cancer
-Stool/Fecal Occult Blood Test (FOBT)
-Fecal immunochemical Test (FIT)*

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Constipation: Definition

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– Infrequent passing of stool
– Difficulty passing of stool
– Feeling of incomplete evacuation or impaction

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Constipation in the elderly is common & often due to:

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–Low fiber diets
-Lack of exercise
-Coexisting medical conditions
-Use of constipating drugs

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Constipation: Complications

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– hemorrhoids, anal fissure, prolapse
– Other: fecal impaction, syncope

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Causes of Constipation: Acute

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• Obstruction
• Ileus
• Fecal impaction
• Drugs-examples: NSAIDs, antihistamines, antidepressants, high blood pressure, antispasmodics

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Causes of Constipation: Chronic (Functional)

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– IBS
– Pelvic floor syndrome
– Slow transit constipation

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Causes of Constipation: Chronic (Pathological)

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– Diabetes mellitus
– Hypothyroidism
– Pregnancy
– CNS disorders: Parkinsons, stroke, MS, spinal cord lesions
– Tumors
– Peripheral nervous system disorders
– Low fiber diet
– Chronic laxative abuse
– Medication

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Constipation: Functional Disorders

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-Slow-transit constipation
-Irritable bowel syndrome
-Pelvic floor dysfunction

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Constipation: Metabolic Disorders

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-Diabetes mellitus
-Hypothyroidism
-Hypocalcemia
-Hypercalcemia

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Causes of Constipation: CNS disorders

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-Parkinson disease
-Multiple sclerosis
-Stroke
-Spinal cord lesions

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Causes of Constipation: Dietary Factors

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-Low-fiber diet
-Sugar-restricted Diet
-Chronic laxative abuse

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Constipation: Red Flags

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– Distended, tympanic abdomen (suggests mechanical obstruction)
– Vomiting
– Blood in stool
– Weight loss
– Recent onset of severe constipation or worsening in elderly

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Constipation: Treatment

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Lifestyle, diet
-Increase dietary fiber
-Increase water intake
-Exercise
-Treat underlying conditions

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Fecal Impaction

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Hard, dry stool mass becomes stuck in colon/ rectum, often due to long term constipation

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Tenesmus

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Cramping rectal feeling that gives sense of needing to have a bowel movement even if already had movement

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Diarrhea is defined as:

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-Stool weight > 200 g/ day
(Normal: 100 to 200 g/ day)

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Diarrhea: Complications from fluid loss

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Dehydration, electrolyte loss (sodium, potassium,
magnesium, chloride)

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Causes of Diarrhea: Acute

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• Infection: viral, bacterial, parasitic
• Food poisoning
• Drugs-examples: Laxatives, Magnesium-containing antacids, Antibiotics
• Dietary factors*

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Causes of Diarrhea: Chronic (Functional)

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IBS

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Causes of Diarrhea: Chronic (Pathological)

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– Colitis related conditions
– Malabsorption related conditions
– Hyperthyroidism: possible
– Diabetes mellitus
– Tumors
– Surgery
– Dietary factors* see slide

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Dietary Factors that may worsen diarrhea

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• Caffeine: coffee, tea, cola, OTC headache remedies (caffeine can stimulate bowel movements)
• Fructose: apple or pear juice, grapes, honey, dates, nuts, figs, prunes, soft drinks
• Sorbitol/mannitol: sugar free foods, mints
• Lactose: milk, ice cream, frozen yogurt, soft cheeses

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Diarrhea: Red Flags

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– Distended, tympanic abdomen (suggests mechanical obstruction)
– Vomiting
– Blood or pus in stool
– Weight loss
– Chronic diarrhea
– Signs of dehydration

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Diarrhea: Acute Watery

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-Likely to be infection person)
-Considerations: travel, tainted food, known outbreak

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Diarrhea: Acute Bloody

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Diverticular bleeding
Ischemic colitis
If recurrent: consider IBD

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Diarrhea: Large volume (over 1 liter/day)

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-Endocrine
-If oil droplets (w/ weight loss): malabsorption

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Diarrhea: After Eating Certain Foods

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Food intolerance

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Diarrhea: Voluminous, watery or fatty

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Consider small bowel disease

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Diarrhea: Frequent, small volume, possible blood, mucus

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Consider large bowel

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Diarrhea: Treatment (Lifestyle, Diet, Supplement)

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• Rehydration (may need IV if severe): Ice chips, ginger ale, fruit juices,…
• Electrolyte support: Gatorade, etc
• Diet: eat as tolerated (bananas, rice, apple sauce) Avoid fried, greasy foods
• Probiotics (foods, supplements)
• Fiber? (Depending on root cause)

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Diarrhea: Treatment (Other)

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• Refer to MD: may need antidiarrheals
• Identify and treat underlying conditions
– May include medication
• Acupuncture

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Bowel Incontinence

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Involuntary defecation

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Bowel Incontinence: Possible Causes

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-Fecal impaction, nerve damage, congenital, diabetes, dementia, trauma to rectum/anus, inflammatory process

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GI Bleeding: Melena

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– Older black tarry colored stool
– Represents upper GI bleed

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GI Bleeding: Hematochezia

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– Brighter blood
– Represents lower GI bleed

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GI Bleeding: Hematochezia

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– Brighter blood
– Represents lower GI bleed

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Hematochezia: Causes

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Tumor, polyps, IBD, hemorrhoids, anal fissure

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GI Bleeding: Importance of Amount

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– Bleeding from anal fissure/ hemorrhoid: spots on toilet paper
– UC: blood in toilet, in stool

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Elderly: Minor vs. Major Bleeding

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– Minor bleeding: hemorrhoids & colorectal cancer
– Major bleeding: diverticular disease (diverticulosis)

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Large Intestine: Acute Issues

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• Ileus (temporary arrest of peristalsis)
• Hernia
• Volvulus (twisting of intestines)
• Intussusception (intestines telescope)
• Perforation & peritonitis
• Obstruction

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Large Intestine: Generic Symptoms

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• Acute onset
• Severe pain
• May be signs of shock
• Requires immediate medical attention

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Intestinal Obstruction: Structural/Mechanical Causes

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– Surgical adhesions or scar tissue (MC-60-75%)
– Hernias
– Tumors
– Volvulus
– Intussusception
– Diverticulitis
– Fecal impaction

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Symptoms related to the Large intestine

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• Milder sx that develop gradually
• Pain in lower abdomen
• Increasing constipation w/ abdominal distention
• Colicky spams last longer
• Vomiting less prominent

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Pathological Disease

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-Physiological change to tissue or organ
-Gross abnormalities seen by endoscope or tissue biopsy (Blood, pus, scars, ulcers)

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Functional Disease

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-Physiological function with no known organic basis
-Absence of evidence of underlying organic cause
-Diagnosis primaryily based on subjective findings

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Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

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• Chronic functional disorder
• Recurrent abdominal pain with altered bowel habits

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Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS): Epidemiology

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– Tends to begin adolescence / 20’s
– More females

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IBS: Causes

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-Unclear
– Possible combination of psychological / physical factors

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IBS: Diagnosing

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-Clinical
– Rule out other differences
– Fulfills Rome Criteria

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IBS: Rome IV Criteria

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• Recurrent abdominal pain
– At least 1 day/ week in last 3 months
• Associated with 2 or more of the following:
– Related to defecation
– Associated with change in frequency of stool
– Associated with change in form of stool
• Onset of sx: at least 6 months before diagnosis

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IBS: Red Flags

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– Fever, weight loss, bleeding
– Changes in odor

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IBS may develop into anorectal issues including:

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Anal fissure, Hemorrhoids, Abscess

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IBS: Co-morbidities

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– Fibromyalgia
– Endometriosis
– Interstitial cystitis

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IBS: Diagnostic Procedures

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• Tests are to only rule out other DDx or to screen for organic causes

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IBS: Medical/Psychological Treatment

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• Support and understanding
• Education about disorder
• Counseling / therapy
• Stress management

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IBS: Lifestyle, Diet, Supplements

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• Exercise regularly at sx
• Water to remain hydrated
• Avoid food triggers*
• Fiber
• Probiotics, peppermint
• Acupuncture, massage

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Colitis

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Inflammation of the Colon

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Inflammatory Bowel Disease

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• Chronic inflammation of GI tract
– Relapsing diarrhea & abdominal pain

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Inflammatory Bowel Disease: Subtypes

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– Crohn’s disease
– Ulcerative Colitis

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Inflammatory Bowel Disease: Epidemiology

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– Usually begins before 30
– Affects both sexes equally
– Familial tendency, especially with Crohn’s

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Crohn Disease: Description

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– Chronic inflammatory disease
– Typically affects distal ileum & right sided colon
– But can occur in any part of GI
– Never the rectum

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Crohn’s Disease: Symptoms

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-Chronic diarrhea-episodic*
-Chronic abdominal pain
-Fever
-Anorexia
-Weight loss
-Symptoms related to malabsorption & nutritional deficiencies (peripheral neurology, fatigue)*

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Crohn’s Disease: Other extra intestinal manifestations

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-Inflammation: Eye, mouth/skin, joints, liver/bile
-Headaches
-Depression

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Crohn Disease: Exams

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• Hyperactive bowel sounds possible (diarrhea)
• Tender abdomen: Guarding, rebound
• Palpable mass or fullness may be present
• Perianal disease possible

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Crohn Disease: Diagnostic Procedures

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-Endo/colonoscopy: Can identify skip lesions
-Labs: Malabsorption (CBC, iron, ferritin, B12, folate)

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Crohn’s Disease: Lifestyle

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-Address emotional factors
-Acupuncture
-Stop smoking

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Ulcertative Colitis: Descrption

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-Chronic inflammation and ulcerations with intermittent bloody diarrhea

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Ulcerative Colitis affects ____ and contains no ______ or _____

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Left sided colon; No fistulas or abcesses

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Skip lesions are possible with:

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Crohn’s disease

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Ulcertative Colitis: Symptoms

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-Bloody diarrhea*
-Lower abdominal pain & cramps*
-Sense of urgency to defecate
-Fever
-Nausea
-Anorexia
-Weight Loss

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  • may be described as 10-20 liquid, bloody stools & variable abdominal pain
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Ulcerative colitis

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Ulcerative Colitis: Systemic Symptoms

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-Fatigue
-Dehydration
-Anemias
-Joint Pain
-Rashes

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Ulcerative Colitis: Exam

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-Increased bowel sounds (diarrhea)
-Abdominal tenderness
-Distention

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Ulcerative colitis may have findings related to other systemic sx including:

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-Tenting of skin (dehydration)
-Anemias, rashes etc.

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Ulcerative Colitis: Diagnostic procedures

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-Sigmoidoscopy with biopsy (will see uniform inflammation)

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Ulcerative Colitis: Prognosis

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-Recurrent episodes “flair ups”
-Normal life expectancy

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Crohn’s vs. Ulcerative Colitis: Location

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-Crohn’s: 80% involve small bowel & right sided colon
-Ulcerative Colitis: In large intestine only

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*Crohn’s vs. Ulcerative Colitis: Skip Lesions

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-Crohn’s: Yes
-UC: No

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*Crohn’s vs. Ulcerative Colitis: Skip Lesions

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-Crohn’s: Yes
-UC: No

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*Crohn’s vs. UC: Bleeding

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-Crohn’s: Rare
-UC: Present

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Crohn’s vs. UC: Fistulas

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Crohn’s: Fistulas, mass, abcess common
-UC: No

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Crohn’s vs. UC: Perianal lesions

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Crohn’s: Significant
UC: Not significant

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Microscopic colitis: 2 forms

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-Collagenous (connective tissue)
-Lymphocytic (lymphocytes)

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Microscopic Colitis: Epidemiology

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– More common in women over 40
– Peak incidence: 60’s and 70’

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Microscopic Colitis: Associations

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– may have other autoimmune diseases: thyroiditis, celiac, etc
– Bacterial or virus may also play a role
– Medications

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Microscopic Colitis: Risk Factors

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– Smoking
– Medications: pain relievers, PPI, antidepressants/antianxiety

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Microscopic Colitis: Complications/Prognosis

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– About 15% have persistent symptoms
– Diarrhea may reoccur intermittently over years
– Most resolve within 3 years
– Does not appear to increase risk for colon cancer
– Possible nutritional deficiencies?

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Microscopic Colitis: Symptoms

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-Chronic watery non-bloody diarrhea
-Lasting from weeks to years (may have remission)

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Microscopic Colitis: Other Common Symptoms

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– Abdominal pain & bloating
– Mild weight loss
– Nausea, weakness
– Possible fecal incontinence

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Microscopic Colitis: Exam

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-Distention
-Increased bowel sounds
-May have tenderness
-If severe, may have signs of dehydration, malabsorption, weight loss

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Microscopic Colitis: Diagnostic Procedures

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Endoscopy & Biopsy

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Microscopic Colitis: Lifestyle Treatment

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• Low-fat, low-fiber diet.
• Discontinue dairy products, gluten or both.
• Avoid caffeine and sugar.

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Diverticulosis: Description

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Mucusal herniations commonly in the distal colon

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Diverticulosis: Cause

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• Cause: unsure
– May be result of increased bowel pressure
– Attributed to low fiber diet

-Typically asymptomatic

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Diverticulosis: Epidemiology

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-Common after age 40

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Diverticulosis: Significant risk factor

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Constipation

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Diverticulosis: Other risk factors

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– Increasing age over 40
– De-conditioning & lack of exercise
– Smoking
– Obesity
– Family history

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Diverticulosis, if symptomatic will result in:

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-LLQ pain, especially after a meal (spasm)
-Irregular bowel movement: Constipation or diarrhea
-May have bloating, gas, vomiting
-Some relief with bowel movement

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Diverticulosis: Exam

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-Some distention and tenderness in LLQ possible (not as severe as diverticulitis)

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Diverticulosis: Diagnostic procedures

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Scoping

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Diverticulosis: Lifestyle

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-If asymptomatic, treat constipation
-High fiber diet (20-35g daily)

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Diverticulitis: Description

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• Develops from diverticulosis.
-herniated mucosa has now become infected & inflamed

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Diverticulitis: Complications

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-Abscess
-Perforation
-Peritonitis
-Bowel obstruction
-Fistulas

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Diverticulitis: Risk Factors

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– Elderly
– Medications that might increase risk of infection

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Diverticulitis: Symptoms

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-Acute onset of severe pain in LLQ
-Fever
-Chills as severity increases
-Constipation or diarrhea

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Diverticulitis: Exam

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-Distended abdomen
-Tymapinic with percussion
-Palpation: muscle rigidity and guarding
-Rebound tenderness
-Palpable mass

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Diverticulitis: Diagnostic Procedures

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-CT initially
-Colonoscopy with resolution

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Diverticulosis vs. Diverticulitis: Herniations

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Diverticulosis: Herniations in colon
-Diverticulitis: Herniations now infect3ed

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Diverticulosis vs. Diverticulitis: Symptoms

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Diverticulosis: Asymptomatic mostly
Diverticulitis: LLQ pain, Fever

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Colorectal Polyps: Description

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• Fleshy growth in lining of colon or rectum

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Colorectal polyps can lead to:

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Colorectal cancer

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Colorectal polyps is typically:

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Asymptomatic

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Colorectal Cancer: Diagnostic Screening

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– Digital rectal exam & fecal occult blood test
– Sigmoidoscopy, colonoscopy, barium enema

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Colorectal Cancer: Treatment

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– Surgical through colonoscopy or sigmoidoscopy

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Colorectal Cancer: Predisposing factors

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– Older age, African American
– Personal history of colon polyps
– History of IBD, DM
– Family history
– Certain types of diets: low fiber, high protein, fat, refined carb diet
– Other: obesity, lack of physical activity, smoking, heavy alcohol use

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Colorectal Cancer: Symptoms

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– Persistent change in stool: consistency, diarrhea, constipation
– Blood: rectal bleeding or in stool
• For rectal cancer, bleeding with defecation
– Fatigue, weakness, severe anemia
– Unexplained weight loss

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When would you screen for colorectal cancer?

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-Age 50
-Earlier if family history

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Colorectal Cancer: Diagnosis

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– Early diagnosis through routine exam & screen through fecal occult blood testing
– Colonoscopy

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Anal Fissures

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• Painful tear or crack in lining of anal canal

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Anal Fissures: Cause

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– Trauma after passage of large, hard stool
– Or from frequent loose stools

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Anal Fissues: Risk Factors

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– Anything causing constipation: diet, medication

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Anal Fissues: Risk Factors

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– Anything causing constipation: diet, medication

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Anal Fissure: Signs/Symptoms (Acute)

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• Sharp, burning or tearing pain with or after bowel movement
• Bright red blood on toilet paper
• Pain may persist for minutes to hours
• Reoccurs with next movement

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Anal Fissure: Signs/Symptoms (Chronic)

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Intermittent bleeding

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Anal Fissure exam is used to rule out

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Thrombosed hemorrhoid

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Anorectal Abscess

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• Localized pus in perirectal space

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Anorectal Abscess: Symptoms

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– pain, perianal swelling, redness, tenderness

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Anorectal Abscess: Exam

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• Exam: DRE (tender, swelling)
– DDx: hemorrhoid

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Anorectal Abscess: Exam

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• Exam: DRE (tender, swelling)
– DDx: hemorrhoid

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Anorectal Fistula

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• Tubelike opening that extend from anal canal to perianal skin

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Anorectal Fistula: Sign/Symptoms

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– Discharge and possible pain

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Ano Proctitis

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• Inflammation of the rectal tissue

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Ano Proctitis: Possible Causes

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– Ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s, radiation, infections (including STD’s)

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Ano Proctitis

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– Rectal bleed (bright red and persistent)
– Changes in bowel
–mucus, mild diarrhea
– Urgency (tenesmus)

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Pruritus Ani: Symptoms

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• Itching of perianal skin

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Pruritis Ani: Causes

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– Crohn’s, hemorrhoids, skin disorders, infections (candida,
pinworms), hygiene
– Foods & dietary supplements: vitamin C

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Hemorrhoids

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• Dilated veins in lower rectum

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Hemorrhoids: Epidemiology

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– Prevalence increases with age

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Hemorrhoids: Associations

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– Straining and constipation
– Pregnancy, obesity, IBD, etc

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Hemorrhoids: External

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-can be thrombosed, painful, purplish

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Hemorroids: Internal

A

-bleeding after defecation, possible mucus, less painful

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Hemorrhoids: Symptoms (External)

A

-Protrusion
-Rarely bleed
-May become thrombosed

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Hemorrhoids: Symptoms (Internal)

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– Bleeding after movement
– Not as painful as external
– May have mucus discharge or sense of incomplete evacuation

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Hemorrhoids: Treatment

A

– Stool softeners
– Sitz bath
– Anesthetic ointment
– Witch hazel

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Levator Syndrome

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• Episodic rectal pain caused by spasm of the levator ani muscle

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Levator Syndrome: Symptoms

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• Pain:
– Spasm lasting <20 min (brief and intense or vague ache )
– May be high in the rectum or in pelvic floor muscles
– May refer to thigh and buttock
– Can waken patient from sleep
– Can occur in clusters: occur for period of time then disappear for weeks or months
• Worsens: with sitting, bowel movements or intercourse
• Improves: with walking or standing

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Levator Syndrome: Symptoms

A

• Pain:
– Spasm lasting <20 min (brief and intense or vague ache )
– May be high in the rectum or in pelvic floor muscles
– May refer to thigh and buttock
– Can waken patient from sleep
– Can occur in clusters: occur for period of time then disappear for weeks or months
• Worsens: with sitting, bowel movements or intercourse
• Improves: with walking or standing

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Levator Ani Syndrome: Exam/Diagnosis

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-Exclude other rectal conditions
-Levator muscle: hypertonic, tender (may be only on left)
-May have tests for infections, IBD, etc.

GIGU & Men’s Health (6 decks)

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