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Unit IV Stools
Stools Terminology
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What are Diverticula, and what is inflammation of diverticula called? | Diverticula small pouches in the colon that bulge outward through weak spots. Inflammation of diverticula is called diverticulosis. |
| Define dysentery, and what is the most common cause of dysentery worldwide? | Dysentery is inflammation of the intestinal tract that is associated with frequent bloody stools, mucus, pus and increased leukocytes or PMN's. Shigella is the most common cause of dysentery. |
| Define gastroenteritis, and what is the most common cause of gastroenteritis worldwide? | Gasteroenteritis is inflammation of the mucosa of the stomach and intestines. Campylobacter major cause of gastroenteritis. |
| What does GERD stand for, and what is another name for it? | Gastroesophageal reflux disease, also known as "heartburn" |
| What is IBD, and name one type of IBD we talked about | Irritable Bowel Syndrome - disorders of the normal functions of the large intestine and is characterized by cramping, abdominal pain, bloating, constipation and diarrhea. Crohn's Disease is a type of IBS. |