Medical history (history of illness) is an important component in the diagnosis of primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC).
Family history
- Does your family have a history of diseases of the biliary tract or gallbladder or liver that are common?
Social history.
Current medical history/systemic history (somatic and psychological complaints).
- Have you noticed any pain in the upper abdomen?
- Is the pain localized on the right side?
- Is the pain colicky or permanent?
- When does the pain occur?
- How long has this pain been present?
- Have the symptoms been present for more than 24 hours* ?
- Do you suffer from bloating or flatulence?
- Do you have a fever (> 38 °C, rectal)* ?
- Have you noticed any discoloration of the skin (jaundice)* ?
- Do you suffer from itching?
- Are you often tired?
Vegetative anamnesis incl. nutritional anamnesis.
- Have you lost weight recently?
- Have you noticed any changes in your bowel movements (color, quantity, composition)?
- Do you get enough exercise every day?
Self anamnesis incl. medication anamnesis
- Pre-existing conditions (diseases of the gall bladder, liver).
- Operations
- Allergies
- Pregnancies
- Medication history
* If this question has been answered with “Yes”, an immediate visit to the doctor is required! (Information without guarantee)
