Gastroenterology

Gastroenterology Examination Guide

Introduce yourself and ask permission to perform the examination. End of the Bed Hands Signs in Chronic Liver Disease Comments Clubbing Cirrhosis of any cause also: rarely :GI lymphoma/ coeliac disease / inflammatory bowel disease Dupuytren’s Ring& little finger. ½ are bilateral Fibrous thickening of skin and soft tissue causing contractureà Other causes: Diabetes/ Alcohol/ […]

Gastroenterology

Gilbert’s syndrome test

Gilbert’s syndrome is a common, benign liver condition that affects the metabolism of bilirubin, a yellow pigment produced by the breakdown of red blood cells. People with Gilbert’s syndrome typically have elevated levels of bilirubin in their blood, which can cause episodes of mild jaundice, fatigue, and abdominal discomfort. Although the symptoms of Gilbert’s syndrome […]

Gastroenterology

Gastroenterology question bank

Gastroenterology is the branch of medicine that deals with the study of the digestive system and its disorders. It covers a wide range of medical and surgical procedures, from the evaluation of digestive symptoms, such as abdominal pain and heartburn, to the diagnosis and management of more serious conditions, such as inflammatory bowel disease, liver […]