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Acute Gastroenteritis - Coggle Diagram
Acute Gastroenteritis
Pathophysiology
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Mucosal inflammation → vomiting, abdominal pain
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managed by
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Dietary management
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BRAT diet (Bananas, Rice, Applesauce, Toast)
Avoid dairy, caffeine, fatty foods
Medications (if needed)
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Antibiotics (only for bacterial causes like Shigella, severe Salmonella)
Antiparasitics (for Giardia, Entamoeba)
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Diagnosed by
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Stool analysis (for bacteria, viruses, parasites)
Blood tests (electrolytes, CBC if needed)
Presented with
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Systemic Symptoms
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Dehydration (dry mouth, decreased urine output, sunken eyes)
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Defined by
Inflammation of the stomach and intestines leading to diarrhea, vomiting, and dehydration.