Fatigue: Lab Test

1st order laboratory parameters – obligatory laboratory tests. Small blood count Differential blood count Inflammatory parameters – CRP (C-reactive protein) or ESR (erythrocyte sedimentation rate). Urine status (rapid test for: pH, leukocytes, nitrite, protein, glucose, ketone, urobilinogen, bilirubin, blood), sediment, if necessary urine culture (pathogen detection and resistogram, that is, testing suitable antibiotics for sensitivity … Fatigue: Lab Test

Testicular Torsion: Or something else? Differential Diagnosis

Mouth, esophagus (food pipe), stomach, and intestines (K00-K67; K90-K93). Incarcerated hernia – incarcerated soft tissue hernia. Neoplasms – tumor diseases (C00-D48) Testicular tumor, unspecified Genitourinary system (kidneys, urinary tract – reproductive organs) (N00-N99). Epididymitis (inflammation of the epididymis). Hydatid torsion – twisting of testicular/epididymal appendages. Orchitis (inflammation of the testis) Scrotal edema – accumulation of … Testicular Torsion: Or something else? Differential Diagnosis

Abnormal Reflexes: Medical History

The medical history (history of the patient) represents an important component in the diagnosis of abnormal reflexes. Family history Are there any conditions in your family that are common? Are there any hereditary diseases in your family? Social history What is your profession? Current medical history/systemic history (somatic and psychological complaints). What changes have you … Abnormal Reflexes: Medical History