September 25, 2015 - Pediatric Gastroenterology Flashcards

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Red Flags in Children

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Severe abdominal pain

Weight loss / poor weight gain

Associated diarrhea

Vomiting

Night-time waking

Fever

Abnormal physical exam

Abnormal bloodwork

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Failure to Thrive

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A child falling significantly below the normal growth chart. First the weight falls, then the height falls, and finally the head circumferance.

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Common GI Problems in Kids

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  1. Gastroesophageal reflux
  2. Eosinophilic esophagitis
  3. Peptic ulcer disease
  4. Celiac disease
  5. Inflammatory bowel disease
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Peptic Ulcer Disease in Kids

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Usually high risk groups for H. pylori such as immigrants, first nations, hutterites, etc.

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Allergic Colitis

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Bloody stolls in a well-appearing infant. Could be allergic to protein in breast milk or formula.

Most symptoms disappear within 1 month of removing the allergen and by 12 months of age, 95% will tolerate the allergen. Generally, these babies do not develop allergies or IBD.

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PEG 3350

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Used to treat constipation. Breaks up the stools and makes them much looser.

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Primary Symptom of GI Disease in Kids

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Poor growth.

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