Patho final disorders Flashcards
(42 cards)
Irritable bowel syndrome
Des: long term digestive condition where someone experiences changes in bowel movements and abdominal pan.
Signs and symptoms:
- bloating
- nausea
-migraine headaches
-excessive gas
Treatment:
anti-inflammatory drugs and antimicrobials
Peritonitis
Def: inflammation of peritoneal lining
Signs and symptoms: abdomen pain, fluid in abdomen, low blood pressure, dehydration
Treatment: antibiotics, surgery, IV fluids, relocation of dialysis
Urethritis
Def: inflammation of the urethra
Signs and Symptoms: abdominal pain, enlarged groin & lymph nodes, pain during urination
Treatment: antibiotics, ibprophen, pain relivers
Glomerulonephritis
Def: inflammation of the glomeruli
Signs and Symptoms: swelling of feet, face, belly, blood and protein in urine, high blood pressure
Treatment: corticosteroids, dialysis, kidney transplant
Conjunctivitis
Def: pink eye, small blood vessels in the conjunctiva become swollen and irritated
Signs and symptoms: redness, itchiness, discharge and crust
treatment: eye drops, cleaning eyelid, antiviral meds
Cataracts
Def: clouding of the lens from proteins breaking down
Signs and symptoms: cloudy or blurry visions, harsh lights seem too bright.
Treatment: surgical removal, change in prescription
Otitis Media
Def: inflammation or infection of middle ear
Signs and symptoms: sever pain, earache, membrane red and bulging, hearing loss.
Treatment: Ibuprofen, antibacterial, decongestant, surgery
Meniere Syndrome
Def: inner ear labyrinth disorder causing vertigo and nausea
Signs and symptoms: severe vertigo, tinnitus, unilateral hearing loss, nystagmus-involuntary eye movement
Treatment: no cure, meds, therapies, surgical intervention
Dysphagia
Def: difficulty swallowing
Signs and symptoms: difficulty swallowing, pain, feeling food come back up, a lump in throat.
Treatment: swallowing therapy, dietary modifications, meds, surgery
Esophageal cancer
Def: cancer that develops in the esophagus
Signs and symptoms: weight loss, chest pain, heartburn, coughing
Treatment: surgery, esophagectomy, chemotherapy, laparoscopic surgery
Pyelonephritis
Def: kidney infection, bacterial or viral infection that causes inflammation
Signs and symptoms: fever, pain in lower back, pain when urinating, blood or cloudy urine
Treatment: antibiotics, surgery
Urolithiasis
Def: Formation of stones in urinary tract
Signs and symptoms: severe pain from back to groin, hematuria, constant and painful urination
Treatment: Meds, surgery, hydration
Glaucoma
Def: Chronic eye condition that causes vision loss or blindness
Signs and symptoms: asymptomatic at fist, slowly loses peripheral vision
Treatment: eye drops, laser, surgical
Otosclerosis
Def: abnormal bone growth in middle ear, leading to hearing loss and balance problems
Signs and symptoms: hearing loss, tinnitus, vertigo
Treatment: hearing aids, stapedectomy, sodium fluoride tablets
Pancreatic cancer
Def: malignant tumor in tissues if pancreas
Signs and symptoms: abdominal pain, weight loss, jaundice
Treatment: surgery, chemo, radiation
Jaundice
Def: yellowing of skin from excess bilirubin in blood
Signs and symptoms: yellow discoloration, dark urine, itching
Treatment: meds. lifestyle changes, relieve bile duct obstructions
Polycystic kidney disorder
Def: genetic condition where growth of numerous cysts in kidney, leading to damage and failure
signs and symptoms: high blood pressure, back or side pan, kidney stones, blood in urine
Treatment: no cure, treat symptoms, antibiotics
Cystitis
Def: urinary tract infection resulting in inflammation of the bladder
Signs and symptoms: frequent painful urination, pain in lower abdomen, smelly bloody cloudy urine
Treatments: antibiotics, proper hygiene, pain relivers. increased fluids.
Diabetic retinopathy
Def: diabetes complication that affects the eyes
Signs and symptoms: spots or dark stings in eye, blurry vision, vision loss
Treatment: laser treatment, vitrectomy, injecting meds
Amblyopia’s
Def: lazy eye
signs and symptoms: eye wandering inward or outward, poor depth perception, head tilting
Treatment: corrective eyewear, eye patches, eye drops, surgery
Hemorrhoids
Def: swollen veins in anus lower rectum
Signs and symptoms: itching or irritation in anus, swelling around anus, bleeding
Treatment: high fiber foods, hemorrhoid cream, pain relievers, removal, stapling
Appendicitis
Def: inflammation of appendix
Signs and symptoms: sudden pain around belly then moves, pain worsens with sudden movements, constipation or diarrhea
Treatment: surgery and antibiotics
urinary incontinence
Def: loss of bladder control
Signs and symptoms: leaking, involuntary excretion, dribbling
Treatment: bladder training, double voiding, fluid and diet management
Presbyopia
Def: gradual loss of eyes being able to focus on nearby objects
Signs and symptoms: blurred vision, eye strain, headaches, needing more light
Treatment: corrective eye wear, refractive surgery, lens implants.
