Miscellaneous sh&* I keep forgetting

Question 1

What is the difference between melena and hematochezia?

Answer 1

MELENA: from UPPER GI; dark tarry stool

HEMATOCHEZIA: from LOWER GI (or super heavy upper GI bleed); stool with bright red blood

Question 2

What is the most common cause of chronic diarrhea in young adults?

Answer 2

irritable bowel syndrome

Question 3

Inflammatory condition of the rectum that occurs secondary to STI

Answer 3

proctitis

Question 4

RUQ pain with jaundice and light colored stool =

Answer 4

biliary obstruction/conjugated hyperbilirubinemia