Dysphagia Question. Write a short note on causes and investigations of dysphagia. Answer. Dysphagia is difficulty in swallowing. Dysphagia: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Dysphagia Causes 1. Due to the narrowing of the esophagus Intrinsic, i.e. obstruction inside the esophagus Esophageal stricture Esophageal ulceration Congenital atresia of the … [Read more...] about Dysphagia
Hemoptysis vs Hematemesis: Key Differences Explained
Hemoptysis vs Hematemesis: Key Differences Explained Question. How Will You Differentiate Hemoptysis From Hematemesis? Answer. Question. Outline The Investigation And Management Of Hemoptysis. Answer. Hemoptysis is defined as the expectoration of blood from the respiratory tract, spectrum varies from blood streak of sputum to cough up or large amount of pure … [Read more...] about Hemoptysis vs Hematemesis: Key Differences Explained
Melena: Causes and Clinical Significance of Black Tarry Stools
Melena: Causes and Clinical Significance of Black Tarry Stools Question. Enumerate the causes of Malena. Answer. Malena is defined as the passage of dark-colored blood in stool. Malena Causes Peptic ulcer Portal hypertension Typhoid fever Malignant GI tract Ulcerative colitis Bleeding diathesis, i.e. purpura, hemophilia, leukemia. Melena: Causes … [Read more...] about Melena: Causes and Clinical Significance of Black Tarry Stools
Fever – Causes, Types, Symptoms And Treatment
Fever – Causes, Types, Symptoms And Treatment Question. Enumerate common causes of fever. Answer. Fever Causes, Types, Symptoms, and Treatment … [Read more...] about Fever – Causes, Types, Symptoms And Treatment
Prolonged Fever: Key Investigations and Diagnostic Approaches
Prolonged Fever: Key Investigations and Diagnostic Approaches Question. How will you investigate a case of prolonged fever? Answer. Following are the investigations that are carried out as important investigations in case of a prolonged fever: ESR platelet correlation: If ESR is more than 100 mm/hr with thrombocytosis, the following diseases can be thought of i.e. … [Read more...] about Prolonged Fever: Key Investigations and Diagnostic Approaches