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WHAT IS IT? – Inflammation of the vermiform appendix CAUSES? – Commonly caused by obstruction of appendiceal lumen by a fecalith (a stone made of feces) WHO IS AT RISK? – People under 45 with the peak ages being 10-19 years old; it affects more men than women SIGNS/SYMPTOMS- Right lower abdominal pain, nausea, occasionally diarrhea PEPTIC ULCER DISEASE: WHAT IS IT? – Disorder of the upper GI tract by action of hydrochloric acid and pesin CAUSES? – H. Pylori (75% of cases with d...

STRESS – WHAT IS IT?, PURPOSE OF, WHAT DETERMINES RESPONSE? WHAT IS IT? – physical, chemical or emotional factor that results in tension of body or mind, real or perceived threat to homeostasis, can be positive or negative PURPOSE – WHAT DETERMINES RESPONSE – SELYE GAP SYNDROME STAGES, BODY’S RESPONSES TO STAGES – ALARM, RESISTANCE, EXHAUSTION: ALARM – the stressor upsets homeostasis or cellular balance; releases epi and norepi, and cortisol; Body has decreased resistance t...

 Gastritis Gastritis – inflammation of the stomach lining Acute Gastritis – (just acquired) ingestion of toxins, alcohol, aspirin or other irritating substances Chronic- 2 months to become chronic Triggers of Gastritis: Alcohol, caffeine, autoimmune disease, viral or bacteria Chronic Gastritis: H Pylori is always a factor H Pylori goes very deep in the lining of the stomach and It causes persistent inflammation S/S: N/V – Anorexia- postcranial discomfort Post Cranial Discomfort...

Clinical manifestations – appendicitis o Right, lower abdominal pain, nausea, occasional diarrhea  Cause of pseudomembranous colitis and nonpharmacologic treatmentso (Often called antibiotic associated colitis) Acute inflammation and necrosis of the large intestine caused by Clostridium difficile. Exposure to antibiotics is the major factor predisposing to the development of this disorder. Stop the affecting antibiotic. Treat ischemia, fecal transplant, colectomy  Clinical manifest...

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