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Epididymitis (Clinical manifestations (Nausea, Fatigue, Loss of appetite,…
Epididymitis
Clinical manifestations
Nausea
Fatigue
Loss of appetite
Weight loss
Pain in the abdomen
Yellow skin and eyes
Dark urine
Magritory thrombophlebitis
Nursing intervention
Monitor hydration
Monitor intake and output
Improving nutritional status
Monitoring and managing potential complications
Improving breathing patterns
Monitor hemodynamic level
Assess and monitor psychological support
Patient and caregiver education
Pathophysiology
Metastasize to regional lymph nodes
Then to the liver and the lungs
Also directly invade surrounding viscera
Metastasizes to any surface in the abdominal cavity
Via peritoneal spread
Spreading to the skin as painful nodes
Mestasis to bone is uncommon
Causes
The exact cause is unknown
Risk factors include: smoking, obesity
High alcohol consumption
Race-related factors
Genetic factors
History of pancreatitis
Diagnostic tests
Ultrasound
Ct scan
MRI scan
PET scan
Biopsy
Blood tests
Diet therapy
Protein-rich foods
Variety of fruits and vegetables daily
Soft foods (easy to digest)
Include whole grain
Health education
Discourage alcohol consumption
Discourage smoking
Encourage balanced nutrition
Treatment
Pharmacology
Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy protective drugs
Surgical procedures
Pancreatectomy
Removal of pancreatic tumors
Radiation therapy
Definition
Cancerous cells forming in the pancreas.