Enteritis

Gastroenteritis: Or something else? Differential Diagnosis

Endocrine, nutritional, and metabolic diseases (E00-E90). Hyperthyroidism (hyperthyroidism). Food intolerances such as lactose intolerance, fructose intolerance. Infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99). Malaria – tropical disease transmitted by mosquitoes. Pseudomembranous enterocolitis / pseudomembranous colitis – inflammation of the intestinal mucosa, which usually occurs after taking antibiotics; the cause is an overgrowth of the intestine with the … Gastroenteritis: Or something else? Differential Diagnosis

Gastroenteritis: Nutritional Therapy

Acute gastroenteritis (intestinal infections) often occur after gross dietary errors, such as eating large amounts of unripe fruit, fatty or very cold foods, alcohol abuse, certain medications – iron supplements, anti-inflammatories with steroid hormone effects, aspirin – and preparations containing heavy metals. They can further be caused by viruses, bacteria or parasites. The most common … Gastroenteritis: Nutritional Therapy

Gastroenteritis: Complications

The following are the most important diseases or complications that may be contributed to by gastroenteritis (stomach flu): Blood, blood-forming organs – Immune system (D50-D90). Hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) – triad of microangiopathic hemolytic anemia (MAHA; form of anemia in which erythrocytes (red blood cells) are destroyed), thrombocytopenia (abnormal decrease in platelets/platelets), and acute kidney … Gastroenteritis: Complications

Gastroenteritis: Examination

A comprehensive clinical examination is the basis for selecting further diagnostic steps: General physical examination – including blood pressure, pulse, body temperature, body weight, body height; further: Inspection (viewing). Skin and mucous membranes Abdomen (abdomen) Shape of the abdomen? Skin color? Skin texture? Efflorescences (skin changes)? Pulsations? Bowel movements? Visible vessels? Scars? Hernias (fractures)? Inspection … Gastroenteritis: Examination

Gastroenteritis: Medical History

Medical history (history of illness) is an important component in the diagnosis of gastroenteritis (stomach flu). Family history What is the general health of your family members? Are there any diseases of the gastrointestinal tract in your family that are common? Social history Do you live in a residential community or facility? Have you been … Gastroenteritis: Medical History

Gastroenteritis: Test and Diagnosis

Laboratory parameters of the 1st order – obligatory laboratory tests. Laboratory parameters 1st order – obligatory laboratory tests. Small blood count Differential blood count Inflammatory parameters – CRP (C-reactive protein) or ESR (erythrocyte sedimentation rate). Stool examination for enteropathogenic pathogens (not routine pathogen diagnostics); diagnostics only if (mod. according to): Medical history Relevant comorbidities (concomitant … Gastroenteritis: Test and Diagnosis

Gastroenteritis: Drug Therapy

Therapeutic Targets Rehydration (fluid balance) and electrolyte replacement (compensation for a loss of electrolytes/blood salts). Elimination of pathogens Avoidance of complications Note: 57% of children with acute gastroenteritis with rotavirus under 15 years of age are hospitalized. An assessment of the severity of dehydration should always be made and, if necessary, be the reason for … Gastroenteritis: Drug Therapy

Gastroenteritis: Diagnostic Tests

Optional medical device diagnostics – depending on the results of the history, physical examination, laboratory diagnostics, and obligatory medical device diagnostics – for differential diagnostic clarification depending on the exact symptoms Abdominal sonography (ultrasound examination of the abdominal organs) – for basic diagnostics. Gastroscopy (gastroscopy) – for suspected osmotic diarrhea (diarrhea) or steatorrhea (fatty stools). … Gastroenteritis: Diagnostic Tests

Gastroenteritis: Micronutrient Therapy

Enteritis may be a deficiency symptom of the following vital nutrients (micronutrients): Vitamin B3 Trace element zinc Enteritis may be associated with the risk of deficiency of the following vital elements (micronutrients): Vitamins B3, B6 Minerals potassium, magnesium, sodium chloride Trace element selenium Within the framework of micronutrient medicine (vital substances), the following vital substances … Gastroenteritis: Micronutrient Therapy

Gastroenteritis: Prevention

To prevent enteritis (inflammation of the small intestine) or gastroenteritis (stomach flu) or enterocolitis (inflammation of the small intestine and large intestine), attention must be paid to reducing risk factors. Behavioral risk factors Diet Consumption of raw foods – e.g., eggs, meat, fish (salmonella) or spoiled foods, e.g., potato salad left too long in a … Gastroenteritis: Prevention

Gastroenteritis: Symptoms, Complaints, Signs

The following symptoms and complaints may indicate enteritis (inflammation of the small intestine) or gastroenteritis (stomach flu) or enterocolitis (inflammation of the small intestine and large intestine): Diarrhea (diarrhea; usually watery diarrhea: stool frequency: > 3 stools/day or at least 2 stools more than usual). Crampy abdominal pain Blood in the stool (hematochezia) Mucus in … Gastroenteritis: Symptoms, Complaints, Signs

Gastroenteritis: Causes

Infectious gastroenteritis can be caused by a wide variety of pathogens [guidelines: jS2k guideline]: Bacteria Viruses Toxin formers Protozoa Helminths (worms) Escherichia coli (EC/E. coli) Rotaviruses Staphylococcus aureus Giardia lamblia Plathelminthes – Enterotoxin-producing EC (ETEC). Adenoviruses Bacillus cereus Cryptosporidium parvum – Trematodes – Enteroinvasive EC (EIEC). Noroviruses* Clostridium perfringens Entamoeba histolytica – Schistosoma – Enterohemorrhagic … Gastroenteritis: Causes