GI Infections Flashcards
What are the causes of non infectious diarrhoea
Antibiotics side effects
Ibs
Coeliac disease (autoimmune against gluten)
Ulcerative colitis (inflammation)
What are causes of infectious diarrhoea
C.diff
Salmonella
E.coli
What is the first line investigation for suspected infectious diarrhoea?
Stool sample/culture
How is c.diff managed?
Infection control- isolate patient
Provide fluids and nutrition
If on inciting antibiotics, discontinue them
What indications would require surgery for c.diff?
Colon perforation
Necrosis ischaemia
Peritonitis
End-organ failure
What condition is often associated with c.diff? What does it look like?
Pseudomembranous colitis
Yellow/white plaques on mucosa
How is ulcerative colitis managed?
Steroids
Immune suppressants
Biological therapy
Diet
Antibiotics
