ulcerative colitis Flashcards
1
Q
what is it
A
chronic inflammatory disorder confined to colon and rectum
2
Q
caused by
A
- genetics
- NSAIDs
3
Q
what decreases risk
A
smoking
appendectomy
4
Q
what is it called when it just affects rectum
A
proctitis
5
Q
what is it called when it affects whole colon
A
extensive colitis
6
Q
what does mucosa look like
A
red and inflamed
7
Q
does mucosa bleed easily
A
yes
8
Q
are polyps present
A
yes
9
Q
is there ulceration
A
yes
10
Q
can the mucosa return. to normal
A
yes but scarring likely
11
Q
what is there a depletion of
A
goblet cells
12
Q
what are serological test for
A
anti-neutrophil cytoplasmic antibodies (ANCA)
13
Q
what is main symptom
A
diarrhoea with blood and mucus
14
Q
Where is there discomfort
A
lower abdomen
15
Q
what are general features
A
- malaise
- lethargy
- anorexia
- weight loss
