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1
Q

What is the difference between melena and hematochezia?

A

MELENA: from UPPER GI; dark tarry stool

HEMATOCHEZIA: from LOWER GI (or super heavy upper GI bleed); stool with bright red blood

2
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What is the most common cause of chronic diarrhea in young adults?

A

irritable bowel syndrome

3
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Inflammatory condition of the rectum that occurs secondary to STI

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proctitis

4
Q

RUQ pain with jaundice and light colored stool =

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biliary obstruction/conjugated hyperbilirubinemia