lower GI disorders Flashcards
1
Q
what are associated signs and symptoms of constipation ?
A
poor appetite irritable lack of energy abdominal pain or distension withholding or straining
2
Q
what causes constipation ?
A
poor diet intercurrent illness medication family history psychological hypothyroidism
3
Q
what dietary changes can be made to reduce constipation ?
A
more fibre
more fruit and veg
more fluids
less milk
4
Q
what are lab investigations for IBD ?
A
FBC + ESR
anaemia
thrombocytosis
raised ESR
biochemistry
calprotectin
raised CRP
low albumin
no stool pathogens
