Pancreatitis
what is HTN?
Arteries have persistently elevated B/P
Can lead to damaged/failed organs
Aneurysm
Heart failure
Stroke
Heart attack
Causes/Contributing factors
Smoking
Medications
Obesity
Genetics
Sedentary lifestyle
Alcohol consumption
Lack of Activity
Aging
High Salt intake
Low potassium, magnesium, calcium intake
Diabetes
Thyroid/Adrenal Problems
Metabolic: Diabetes
CT, MRCP, ECRP, abdominal U/S, Endoscopic U/S
Amylase & lipase may be normal or elevated. Biliruben-inconclusive. Mild Leukocytosis. ESR-elevated secretin stimulation test may be used.
GI/GU-steatorrhea, foul smelling stool, jaundice, dark urine
Knowledge dificit
gallbladder disease, alcohol use, may be genetic, predisposition
Insulin
Diagnostics
Patho
General Abdominal Pain not relieved by eating or anticids.
Symptoms
Severe Headaches
Dizziness
Confusion
Fatigue
Nausea
Chest pain
Breathing Problems
Irregular Heartbeat