Acute diarrhoea Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
Q
Red flags concerning diarrhoea
A
Recent travel
Recewnt antibacterials or hospital treatment
Unexplained weight loss
Persistent diarrhoea
Rectal bleeding
Alternating with constipation
2
Q
When should loperamide NOT be used in diarrhoea?
A
When inflammatory diarrhoea suspected e.g., severe abdo pain or bloody diarrhoea
3
Q
When should loperamide be used?
A
- Mild to moderate travellers diarrhoea if rapid control of symptoms needed
- 1st line for faecal incontinence where underlying cause has been addressed
4
Q
Definition of diarrhoea
A
loose stools for <14 days. Usually resolves within 2-4 days
5
Q
Antibiotic sometimes used for prophylaxis of travellers diarrhoea?
A
Ciprofloxacin
6
Q
1st line therapy for diarrhoea?
A
Oral rehydration salts
7
Q
What should be recommended if patient unable to drink or significant dehydration?
A
Referral for IV fluids
