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What are causes of scrotal truama/Testicular injury? 15.8.1
straddle injuries and falls are not the most common cause. Sporting injuries and kicks are.
Presentation of Scrotal truama/testicular injury? 15.8.1
pain, swelling, brusing, urinary retention, nausea, vomiting
ST/T injury DDx/Tx? 15.8.1
Hematomas/Contusions- Rest, ice, nSAIDS (conservative measures)
Fractures -surgery
Torsion s/p blunt truama - surgery before 6 hrs
Epi/pro/hydro - present for wks after, pain, swelling, fever
Testicular torsion s/sx? 15.8.1
- Sudden onset unilateral
- scrotal/inguinal swelling
- Nausea/vomit; abd pain
- Hx of truama/strenous extertion
PE: no relief w/ elevation, edema, erythema, hide riding testicle, horizaontal lie, absent cremasteric reflex
Testicular torsion risk factors? 15.8.1
- Age - <25
- Bell Clapper Deformity
- Cold weather
- unDescended testicle
- Exercise/trauma
- Intermittent testicular pain
Test/Tx Testicular Torsion? 15.8.1
- Ultrasound, UA, CBC
- Urgent Urology, Manual de torsion, surgical eval is mando.
Scrotal Truama/Urethral Injury? 15.8.1
s/sx- pain, urinary retention, Hematuria
PE- Blood at meatus, high riding prostate, Ecchymosis of scrotum/perineum
Tx- Refer uro
Urinary Retention s/sx and causes? 15.8.1
Presentation:
Distress due to bladder distention
Overflow incontinence
Causes:
Obstruction
Infection
Medications
Neurogenic étiologies
Urinary Retention ddx Obstruction? 15.8.1
Obstruction
BPH - common in older men
PE: enlarged prostate
Prostate cancer
PE: nodular prostate
Urethral strictures
caused by prior instrumentation, infection, or trauma
Bladder stones – common cause
Tumors
h/o hematuria and passage of clots
Urinary Retention ddx Infection/Drug? 15.8.1
Infectious
Prostatitis
Herpes
Abscess
Tuberculous cystitis
Drug-induced, i.e.,
NSAIDs. Anticholinergics increase smooth muscle tone / para-sympathetic tone increases)
Sudafed. Alpha-agonists increase sympathetic tone
Cymbalta, some antipsychotics and antidepressants
Urinary Retention Tx/Dispo? 15.8.1
Tx & Dispo:
Urinary catheter with leg bag
(stop medications)
Urology referral
Hematuria essentials of Dx? 15.8.2
Blood in the urine
Gross: visible to the naked eye
Microscopic: visible only under a scope
>= 3rbc / hpf on two or more samples
Hematuria S/sx? 15.8.2
Timing
initial, terminal, total flow
Associated sx’s
Colicky, irritative, systemic
Physical exam
Const- Fever, rash, LAD, abd or pelvic masses
Renal dz– HTN, vol overload
Urol exam- enlarged prostate, flank mass, urethral dz
Hematuria Labs? 15.8.2
UA
Protein and cast -> renal cause
Bacturia -> infectious cause
UCx
Pos -> infectious cause
Hematuria Image? 15.8.2
CT abd and pelvis
Evaluates entire upper tract
With and/or without contrast
ID most neoplasms and benign conditions
US is not as useful (kidney only)
Cystoscopy allows localization of bleeding
in bladder or urethra
Hematuria tx/follow up 15.8.2
Treatment
Depends on the cause of the bleeding
Consider meds
NSAIDs -> Papillary necrosis
Neg evaluation
Repeat “weeks later” to re-evaluate
Cystitis/UTI Def/Cause? 15.8.2
Def:
Infection of the bladder
Cause:
Usually coliform bacteria
Route
Usually an ascending infection from the urethra
Rare in men
Requires work-up to determine cause
Cystitis/UTI S/sx/Hx/PE? 15.8.2
Symptoms and Signs
Irritative voiding sx’s & suprapubic discomfort
Dysuria
Frequency
Hesitancy or urgency
Hx: women often note recent sexual intercourse
PE
Suprapubic tenderness
May be normal, i.e., afebrile
Cystitis/UTI Labs? 15.8.2
Lab
UA
Pyuria
Bacteriuria
Hematuria
UCx
Pos if colony count > 105 / ml
Not required
Cystitis/UTI DDx Male? 15.8.2
Urethritis
Prostatitis
Pyelonephritis

Bladder cancer
Psychosomatic disorders
Interstitial Cystitis
Cystisis/UTI DDx Female? 15.8.2
Vuvlovaginitis
PID
Pyelonephritis

Bladder cancer
Psychosomatic disorders
Interstitial cystitis
Cystitis/UTI Tx Females? 15.8.2
Females
Septra DS 1 po bid f3d
Levofloxacin 250 mg daily f3d
2. Ciprofloxacin 250 mg bid f3d
3. Nitrofurantoin 100 mg bid f7d
Cystitis/UTI Tx males? 15.8.2
Ciprofloxacin 250 mg bid f7-14d
Septra DS 1 po bid f7-14d
Pyelonephritis Def/Cause/Route? 15.8.2
Def:
Infectious, inflammatory process of the kidney
Cause:
Usually gram neg. bacteria
Route:
Usually ascends from LUT
May spread hematogenously
Pyelonephritis SSx/Hx/Pe? 15.8.2
Classic findings:
Fever
Flank pain
Irritative voiding symptoms
Pos UCx
Hx:
Fever
Rigors
Maybe nausea, vomiting, diarrhea
PE
Fever
Tachycardia
CVA tenderness
Pyelonephritis Labs? 15.8.2
Lab
CBC shows leukocytosis (incr. WBCs)
Left shift
UA has pyuria, bacturia, and maybe hematuria
White cell casts
UCx pos
BCx may be pos
Pyelonephritis DDx? 15.8.2
Acute abdomen
Appendicitis, Cholecystitis, Pancreatitis, Diverticulitis
Lower Lobe Pneumonia
PID
Epididymitis / Prostatitis
Cystitis
Pyelonephritis Tx? 15.8.2
Severe infections -> hospitalize
IV antibiotics (FQ + aminoglycocydes)
Mild to Mod
Cipro 500 mg po bid for 1-2 weeks
Symptomatic treatment
Fluids
Analgesics
Acute Prostatitis def/cause/route? 15.8.2
Def
Painful inflammation within the prostate
Most frequent urologic diagnosis in men < 50 yo.
Cause
Usually gram neg. rods, i.e., E coli and Pseudomonas
Route
Ascent up the urethra, and reflux of infected urine into prostate. May also spread through lymph and blood.
Acute Prostatitis S/Sx, Hx,PE? 15.8.2
Classic findings
Fever
Irritative voiding symptoms
Pain, esp. upon rectal exam
Hx
Abd, back, and or pelvic pain is common
Obstructive symptoms may occur, as the prostate swells
PE
High fever
Warm, exquisitely tender prostate
(Be gentle. Vigorous exam may cause septicemia.)
Acute Prostatitis Lab? 15.8.2
CBC shows incr. WBCs and a left shift
UA: pyuria, bacteriuria, maybe hematuria
UCx: grows responsible bacteria
Acute Prostatitis DDx? 15.8.2
UTI / Pyelonephritis
BPH
Malignancy (prostate, bladder, colorectal)
Acute Prostatitis Tx? 15.8.2
With s/s of sepsis
Hospitalize for iv abx and relief of obstruction
Without sepsis
Age < 35
Ceftriaxone 250 mg IM x 1
Doxycycline 100 mg bid f10d
Age > 35
FQ (Ciprofloxacin 500 mg po bid f10d) or
Septra DS 1 po bid f14d
NSAID
Non- Bacterial Prostatisis S/Sx? 15.8.2
Classic Findings
Symptoms of prostatitis
No causative organism cultured
Most common form of prostatitis
Suspected causes:
Chlamydiae
Mycoplasma
Ureaplasmas
Viruses
Non- Bacterial Prostatisis Lab? 15.8.2
Prostate secretions show incr. WBCs
No growth on culture
Non- Bacterial Prostatisis DDX? 15.8.2
Chronic bacterial prostatitis
Bladder cancer
Diagnosis of exclusion!
Non-bacterial Prostatitis Tx/Dispo? 15.8.2
Tx
Trial of Abx
Erythromycin 250 mg 4 x /d f14d
Continue if there is a good response
NSAIDs
Sitz baths
Px / Dispo
Annoying sxs, but no serious sequelae
Refer
Epididymitis Def/ Caues? 15.8.2
Def
Pain and swelling of the epididymis
Usually unilateral and occurs over days
Causes & Routes
STD
Occurs in men < 35
C. trachomatis or N. gonorrhea
Non STD forms
Occur in men older than 35
Associated with UTIs and prostatitis
Gram neg. rods
Epididymitis hx/PE? 15.8.2
Hx
often follows:
Physical exertion
Trauma
Sexual activity
May also have symptoms of
Urethritis- pain at tip of penis
Cystitis- irritative voiding symptoms
Pain occurs in scrotum and may radiate to flank
PE
Early
Can distinguish epididymus from testes
Later
May feel like one swollen and tender mass
Prehn sign
Elevating the scrotum decreases pain due to epididymitis (Pos Prehn’s sign)
Prostate
May be tender
Epididymitis Lab? 15.8.2
WBCs may be elevated
Gram stain of urethral secretions
Swab for GC & chlamydia
Pos LE on first morning void or WBC >10/hpf
Epididymitis DDX? 15.8.2
Testicular torsion
Scrotal trauma
Hydrocele
Testicular trauma
Inguinal hernia
Testicular tumors
Epididymitis Tx? 15.8.2
Antibiotics (except in viral epididymitis) 
STD (men < 35)
Ceftriaxone 250 mg IM, and
Doxycycline 100 mg bid f10d

Non-STD (men > 35)
Ciprofloxacin 500 mg daily f10d or
Levofloxacin 500 mg po bid f10d
Failure to improve within 3 days -> reevaluate Dx and Tx.
Supportive measures
Bed rest
Scrotal elevation
Analgesics: Acetaminophen / NSAIDs
Systemic illness:
IVF
IV antibiotics
Epididymitis Px/Dispo? 15.8.2
Px / Dispo
Prompt tx usually resolves problems
Delayed tx may cause:
Epididymo-orchitis
Decreased fertility
Abscess
Considerations for MEDEVAC?
Nephrolithiasis Def/Types? 15.8.2
Def
Crystalline stones within the urinary system
Causes flank pain, nausea, and vomiting
Frequent reason for MEDEVAC from subs
Types of stones
Calcium oxalate – 85%
Calcium phosphate
Struvite
Uric acid
Cystine
Nephrolithiasis Causes? 15.8.2
Causes of stones
Geography, i.e. hot & humid areas
Diet & fluids
Genetics / Obesity
Medications
Epidemiology
Men > women by 3:1 (but narrowing)
Whites > Hispanics > Asians > Blacks
Rare before age 20
Nephrolithiasis Hx/PE? 15.8.2
Hx
Colic:
severe pain, localized to the flank
Radiates to the ipsilateral (same) groin
Unable to find a position of comfort
Stone size does not correlate with symptoms
Nausea and vomiting are common
PMH or FH of stones?
PE
Fever, tachycardia, hypotension -> sepsis
CVAT
Nephrolithiasis lab? 15.8.2
UA; hematuria in 85-90% of cases
CBC, renal function
HCG
Nephrolithiasis DDx? 15.8.2
Appendicitis
Bowel obstruction
Pancreatitis
PUD
Gastroenteritis
Pyelonephritis
AAA
Ectopic pregnancy
Ovarian cyst
Nephrolithiasis tx? 15.8.2
Approach to symptomatic relief
Hydration
Analgesia
Anti-emetics
Medical Expulsion Therapy

COMSUBFORINST 6000.2C Appendix F
Maintain oral fluids for >1-2 L UOP daily
IV if vomiting
NS or LR @ 150 cc/hr, UOP >2L/d
Nephrolithiasis Tx? 15.8.2
Tx - cont.
If signs of UTI (what are these signs?)
Uncomplicated:
Ciprofloxacin 500 mg bid f7d or
Septra DS 1 tab po bid f7d
Complicated (T > 101, WBC > 11k, hemo unstab)
Unasyn 3 gm IV q6h or
If PCN allergic, use
Ceftriaxone 2 gm IV q24h or
Cipro 500 mg PO bid
Strain urine for stone analysis
BPH Def/cause/findings? 15.8.2
Def
An increase in benign prostate tissue causing obstruction (static), as well as increased smooth muscle tone (dynamic)
Cause
Age related benign tumor growth
Key Findings
Obstructive and irritative voiding symptoms
Enlarged prostate on DRE
No other identified cause
BPH hx? 15.8.2
Obstructive sxs
Hesitency
Decreased caliber and force of urine stream
Incomplete emptying
Double voiding
Straining
Dribbling
Irritative sxs
Urgency
Frequency
Nocturia
BPH PE? 15.8.2
PE
Physical exam
DRE
note size and consistency
smooth, firm enlargement -> BPH
Induration or nodules -> cancer
Focused neuro exam
BPH DDx? 15.8.2
DDX
Obstruction from strictures, stones, or tumor
UTI
Bladder cancer
Neurogenic bladder
BPH Tx? 15.8.2
Probable referral
Mild sxs: watchful waiting
Mod or severe sxs:
Watchful waiting
Alpha blockers - relax smooth muscle in bladder neck
Side effects: orthostatic hypotension, dizziness, tiredness, retrograde ejaculation, rhinitis, headache
5-alpha reductase inhibitors - reduce size of the gland
Surgical procedures (TURP, TUIP, RPP, etc)
Syphilis def/findings? 15.8.3
Def
Infection with the spirochete Treponema pallidum.
“the Great Imitator”
Route
Infection during sex, thru skin or mucosal lesions
Rarely by non sexual contact, blood transfusions, or congenitally
Classic Findings
Painless ulcer (chancre)
Painless lymphadenopathy
Syphilis stages? 15.8.3
Stages
Primary / Infectious - macule, ulcerates ->chancre
usually 14-21 days after exposure
Secondary - bacteremia and dissemination, skin rashes
Latent - asymptomatic
about 40% progress
Tertiary - end organ damage years after exposure
not contagious
Syphilis hx/pe? 15.8.3
Hx
“At-risk populations”
Multiple partners, other STDs, HIV, MSM, sex workers, drug users
PE
Genital ulcer; painless
Resolves spontaneously
Lymphadenopathy
Non-tender
Rash: appears on palms and soles
Syphilis labs? 15.8.3
Lab
VDRL and RPR
Good screening tests, but not very specific
Become pos. 4-6 weeks after infection
High rate of false pos.
Remains pos. for 6 mos - 2 years after tx
Treponemal Ab tests
Good confirmatory tests (sensitive)
Syphilis DDX? 15.8.3
Genital herpes
Chancroid, usually painful & uncommon in US
Lymphogranuloma venerum, also uncommon
HIV
Scabies
Eczema
Syphilis Tx? 15.8.3
Early dx and tx prevents complications & spread
Primary - early latent
Penicillin G 2.4 M units IM x 1
Abstinence until non-contagious
Any positive test and late stage, ie, neurosyphilis
Consult / get help

Warning: Jarish-Herxheimer reaction
Fever, HA, myalgia within 24 hr of abx
Chlamydia Def? 15.8.3
Def
One of most common STDs in the world
caused by Chlamydia trachomatis
Family of intracellular parasites
Women
Endocervical canal infection may lead to PID and infertility
Men
Urethral infection may lead to epididymitis and prostatitis
May also cause eye disease and pneumonia
Chlamydia hx? 15.8.3
85% of men and women are asymptomatic
Risk factors
Age < 25
Frequent or recent partner change
No use of condoms
H/o STDs
Women
May have odorless discharge
Men
May have dysuria and clear-white discharge
May have scrotal pain
Chlamydia pe? 15.8.3
Women
Cervical os may have cloudy or yellow discharge
Cx may bleed easily
Men
Penile discharge
Able to milk a discharge
Tender, warm scrotum
Chlamydia DDx? 15.8.3
DDX
Gonorrhea
BV
Candidiasis
Trichomonas
PID
Screening
Annual screening for all sexually active women 25 yo and younger
Pregnant women
Chlamydia tx? 15.8.3
Tx
Eradicate infection and treat contacts; prevent infertility
Doxycycline 100 mg bid f7d
Azithromycin 1 gm po as a single dose
Primary Prevention
Counseling on safe sex practices
Screening for co-infections
Secondary Prevention
No TOC, but recheck in 3-4 mos for reinfecti
GC Def? 15.8.3
Def
Infection with Neisseria gonorrhoeae
a gram neg. diplococci
May cause LUTS, conjunctivitis, or disseminated dz
Route
Almost exclusively sexually transmitted
May be congenital
GC Findings? 15.8.3
Classic Findings
Purulent and profuse urethral discharge & dysuria
Men
Epididymitus, prostatitis, urethritis, proctitis
Women
Asymptomatic or cervicitis, vaginitis, salpingitis, proctitis
Disseminated dz
Fever, rash, tenosynovitis, arthritis
GC Hx? 15.8.3
Incubation
2-8 days
Hx
Greatest incidence in 15-29 yo’s
Important elements of the sexual history include 5 Ps:
Partners (gender, number in prior 2 mos/1yr)
Prevention of pregnancy - trying to conceive or contraceptives
Protection from STDs/HIV - what does the patient do to protect themselves?
Practices of sexual activities (oral/vaginal/anal and insertive/receptive), condom use
Past STDs/HIV
GC PE/LAB? 15.8.3
PE
Males
Penis, scrotum, and prostate
Females
External, pelvic, and bimanual
Both
Eyes, oropharynx, anus
Fever, skin lesions, joints
Lab
UA, first morning void
Gram stain
Culture
NAAT
then, HIV and RPR testing
GC Ddx? 15.8.3
DDX
Nongonococcal urethritis
Chlamydia
Trichomoniasis
Other causes of urethritis, cervicitis/vaginitis/PID, epididymitis or prostatitis
UTIs
GC Tx? 15.8.3
Tx
High rate of FQ abx resistance (esp Asia, HI, CA)
Partners need treatment
Uncomplicated urethritis, cervicitis, PID, epididymitis, proctitis, or pharyngitis:
Ceftriaxone 250 mg IM plus
Treatment for chlamydia
Complicated infections -> hospitalization!
GC Prevent? 15.8.3
Px / Prevention
Tx intended to prevent infertility, ectopic pregnancy, and pelvic pain. In men, it is to prevent ascending infection of prostate, epididymus, and testes.
TOC not required if 1st line tx provided
Primary prevention
Delay sexual activity
Min number of partners
Condoms
Secondary prevention
Reportable to local PHA
Partner treatment
HSV Cause/Def? 15.8.3
Def
Viral infection that causes oral, genital, and ocular ulcers
Cause
Human Herpesviruses
Subclinical infection is more common than clinical illness
HSV and VZV remains latent in sensory ganglia for the remainder of patient’s lifetime
HSV Hx/PE? 15.8.3
Hx
Risk factors
HIV infection
High risk sexual behavior
Immunosuppressive medications
Weak: female, black, older, lack of condom use
Dysuria (women)
Tingling sensations
PE
Ulcers: mouth or genitals
LAD
Fever
HSV Lab/DDX? 15.8.3
Lab
HSV culture
PCR
Technique for sampling?
DDX
Syphillis
Chancroid
LGV
Scabies
Fixed Drug Eruption
Squamous Cell Carcinoma
HSV Tx? 15.8.3
Episodic: shorten duration of outbreak
Oral antivirals – 1st choice, safe & effective
Acyclovir, Famcyclovir, Valacyclovir
Begin within 48-72 of onset of symptoms
Continue until lesions resolve
Symptomatic tx
Topical Lidocaine (warn about allergic rx)
Analgesics
Sitz baths
Topical antivirals – not for genital ulcers, may help oral
Suppressive: reduce number of outbreaks or prevent transmission to partner
ARF Def/causes? 15.8.4
Def
aka Acute Kidney Injury
Sudden decline in Glomerular Filtration from baseline; may last ~ 6weeks
Causes
Poor kidney perfusion (Prerenal)
Obstruction of kidney (Postrenal)
Toxins to the kidney (Intrinsic)
Kidney disease (Intrinsic)
ARF Prerenal? 15.8.4
Hx
Blood loss
Vomiting or diarrhea
Inadequate maintenance fluids
h/o sepsis or pancreatitis
Symptoms: thirst, dizziness
PE
Tachycardic, hypo- or hypertensive
Anuric or oligouric
ARF Postrenal? 15.8.4
Hx
Usually older men
Dysuria, frequency, urgency
Flank pain

PE
CVAT
Hematuria
Abdominal distention
ARF lab? 15.8.4
Labs
BUN, Cr
UA and UCx (cath)
CBC
ARF intrinsic? 15.8.4
Hx – Intrinsic disease = ATN = damage to renal tissue
Review all medications
NSAIDs (interstitial nephritis)
Rad exams with contrast
Muscle tenderness / heavy exertions
PE
Same as above
ARF Tx? 15.8.4
Tx
Treat underlying cause
Prerenal
Improve perfusion
Consider vasopressors
Intrinsic
Remove offending drugs
Improve volume status
Postrenal
Remove the obstruction (foley, if possible)
Mortality rates from 25-90%
Prevention/recognition is key
CRF Def/Cause/Hx? 15.8.4
Def
Decreased kidney function for > 3 mos
Proteinuria and hematuria
Cause
Diabetes – 40%
Hypertension
Hx is usually vague
Fatigue
Nausea
Edema
Hyponatremia def? 15.8.5
low blood levels of Na
Def
Na < 135 mEq/L
Major extracellular solute
“Water follows salt”
Hyponatremia Patients? 15.8.5
Patients
Have increased morbidity and mortality
Headache
Muscle cramps
Lethargy
Psychosis
>> Cerebral edema – brainstem herniation <<
Hyponatremia casues? 15.8.5
Iatrogenic/drug – giving hypotonic solution to patients
Renal failure
CHF
Hepatic
Endocrine or Metabolic
Psychogenic polydipsia
CNS
Neoplastic
Respiratory
Hyponatremia Tx? 15.8.5
Give proper fluids
Get help
Hypernatremia Def/dx? 15.8.5
Def
Na > 145 mEq/L
Due to water defecit or sodium gain
Hx
Usually occurs in the young and the old patients
Hypernatremia Effects? 15.8.5
Effects
Hyperthermia
Delirium
Seizures
Coma
Cerebrovascular damage
Death
Hypernatremia Causes/tx? 15.8.5
Causes
Endocrine – DI, Cushings, Aldo
Renal – DI, postobstructive diuresis
GI – severe diarrhea, vomiting, laxatives or bowel cleansing
Meds – diuretics
Environment – heat, exercise, fever, burns
Dietary – lack water, breastfeeding, salt ingestion, high-protein diet
Tx - Get help / prevent the problem
Hyperkalemia Def/Symptoms? 15.8.5
Def
K > 5.0 mEq/L
Major intracellular solute
Symptoms
Muscle weakness
ECG changes
Arrhythmias --> life-threatening
Hyperkalemia Caues/tx? 15.8.
Causes
Renal – ARF, CRF, RTA, Metabolic acidosis
Endocrine – Hyperglycemia, CAH, Addisons,
Drug-induced
Cell or tissue breakdown – Rhabdo, tumor lysis
Pseudohyperkalemia
Tx
Index of suspicion / prevention / supervision
Hypokalemia Def/Symptoms? 15.8.
Def
K < 3.5 mEq/L
Symptoms
Muscle weakness
ECG changes
Arrhythmias -> may be lethal
Hypokalemia Causes? 15.8.
Causes
Renal – RTA, renal dz from various syndromes
GI – vomiting, bulimia, anorexia, severe diarrhea, “bowel cleansing” and laxatives
Endocrine – Aldosteronism, Cushings, DKA, HONK,
Exercising in a hot climate!
Drugs – diuretics
Critical illnesses, alcoholism, Psychogenic polydipsia
Dialysis
Volume Depletion def/cause? 15.8.5
Def
Reduction in ECF that occurs when salt and fluid losses exceed intake for a long period
Causes
Hemorrhage
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Diuresis
3rd spacing
Volume Depletion s/sx? 15.8.5
Signs & Symptoms
Tachycardia
Hypotension
Thirst
Postural dizziness
Fatigue
Confusion
Muscle cramps
Chest or abdominal pain
Volume Depletion Hx? 15.8.5
Risk factors
Diuretic use
CKD
Children and elderly
AMS
Prolonged exertion in a hot environment
Postural dizziness
Shock
Volume Depletion PE/LAbs? 15.8.5
PE
Orthostatic hypotension
Postural tachycardia
OP, skin
Labs
CBC
Chem 7
BUN/Cr
Volume Depletion Tx? 15.8.5
Hemorrhage
IVF - isotonic
PRBCs
GI non-hemorrhagic losses
ORT
IVF – isotonic
Antiemetics or antidiarrheals
Skin loss (burns, profound sweating) & poor intake
ORT or IVF
Volume Depletion Prevention? 15.8.5
n/a, due to diverse causes
Consider access to food and water
Consider causes of GI bleeds (NSAIDs)
Monitor your patients
Teach your crews to prevent volume depletion
Sexual Assault labs? 15.8.6
GC/chlamydia swab of vagina, mouth, anus
Pap
Wet prep for trich
hCG
HIV – repeat again in 2-4 months
? Hepatitis panel
Consider blood and urine samples, if drugs or alcohol involved.
Sexual Assault tx? 15.8.6
Tx
Consider analgesics, sedatives, and tetanus
Ceftriaxone 250 mg IM
Metronidzole 2 gms once
Azithromycin 1 gm or Doxy 100 mg bid f7d
Emergency contraception
Vaccinate against HBV
Consider HIV prophylaxis (PEP)
Referral for counseling (MHC, Chaps)
prostate cancer Def/prob/hx? 15.8.7?
Def
Malignant tumor of the gland
Problem
3rd leading cause of cancer mortality in the US
Uncommon in men < 50
Hx
Risk factors
Age > 50
Black men
FH
High levels of dietary fat
Nocturia
Frequency
Hesitancy
Dysuria
prostate cancer pe/labs? 15.8.7
PE
UA, UCx
DRE
Palpable nodes
Labs
PSA
Testosterone
LFTs
CBC
Renal function
Biopsy
Imaging
US, bone scan, CT, etc.
Prostate cancer tx/complications? 15.8.7
Tx
Expectant Management
Brachytherapy
Ext Beam Radiation Therapy
Radical prostatectomy
Primary Prevention
None, but may use 5-alpha reductase inh.
Low fat diet
Complications – ED, dysuria, GI issues
Bladder Cancer Def/prob/hx? 15.8.7
Def
Urothelial cancers, most do not invade muscle
Problem
Smoking is greatest risk factor
4x more common in men than in women
Hx
Risk factors
Tobacco exposure
Age > 50
Exposure to chemical carcinogens
Radiation or chemo
Schistosomiasis / chronic inflammation
Hematuria (gross)
Dysuria
Bladder cancer Pe/lab/image? 15.8.7
PE
Hematuria (micro or gross)
Lab
UA
Urologist will order cytology
Imaging
Cystoscopy and advanced imaging
Bladder cancer DDX? 15.8.7
DDX
BPH
Hemorrhagic cystitis
Prostatitis
Cystitis
RCC
Nephrolithiasis
Diverticulitis
Bladder cancer Tx? 15.8.7
Tx
Surgery
Chemo
Primary Prevention
Avoidance of tobacco
Avoid exposure to carcinogens
Secondary Prevention
Vitamins
Increased consumption of fruits and vegetables
Renal Cell Cancer Def/Prob? 15.8.7
Def
Cancer arising from the parenchyma or cortex of the kidney
Problem
Risk in US is 1/10,000
Renal Cell Cancer HX? 15.8.7
Hx
Risk factors
Smoking!
Male
Age 55-84
Blacks
Obesity
Htn
FH
Flank pain
Abdominal mass
Renal Cell Cancer pe/lab? 15.8.7
PE
Incidental finding
Abdominal mass
Lab
UA shows hematuria
Imaging
Lots of advanced imaging required
Renal cell cancer tx/prevent? 15.8.7
Tx
Surgery

Primary Prevention
Modify risk factors of:
Obesity
Hypertension
Smoking
Vaginitis Def/cause route? 15.8B.4
Def
Inflammation of the vagina caused by infection
Cause
Overgrowth of bacteria
Overgrowth of yeast
Trichomonas vaginalis, a protozoan infection
Route
Suppression of normal flora
STD
Vaginitis Hx? 15.8B.4
Vaginal discharge
Thin, malodorous, and white
Thick, white, and cottage cheese-like
frothy green, yellow, or white
Associated odor
Dysuria
Vaginitis Risk Factors? 15.8B.4
Risk Factors: things that change the vaginal environment
IUD / OCP use
Douching
Menopause
Child bearing age
Sexual activity
Poor or excessive hygiene
Abx use
HIV infection
Diabetes
Vaginitis PE/LAB? 15.8B.4
PE
External exam
Erythema
Internal
Bleeding
Discharge
Lab
Wet Prep
KOH
Amine “whiff” test
pH
Vaginitis DDX? 15.8B.4
DDX
Candidiasis
BV
Trichomoniasis
Cervicitis
GC/chlamydia
Atrophic vaginitis
PID
Vaginitis Tx? 15.8B.4
BV
Metronidazol 500 mg bid po or 0.75% gel 5 gm pv f5d
Caution about alcohol use
Candidiasis
*.azole cream or suppositories
Diflucan 150 mg po x 1
Trichomoniasis
Metronidazol 2 gm po once or 500 mg po bid f7d
Vaginitis Prevent? 15.8B.4
Primary Prevention
Avoid douching and irritants
Condoms may help prevent spread
Secondary Prevention
BV: treatment of partner not indicated
Candidiasis: not an STD
Trich: treat partners & screen for STDs
PID Def/Cause? 15.8B.4
Def
Acute ascending infection of female genital tract
Includes endometritis, salpingitis, tubo-ovarian abscess, & pelvic peritonitis
Cause
Usually Neisseria or Chlamydia
Polymicrobial, to include normal flora
PID S/sx? 15.8B.4
Classic Sx’s
Fever
Vomiting
Back pain
Dyspareunia
Lower abdominal pain
+ Lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS)
Epidemiology
Often seen in young, single, sexually active females
h/o STDs
May affect 1 million US women a year
PID Risk factors? 15.8B.4
Risk factors
Prior STD
Early age of sexual activity
Multiple sex partners
Prior h/o PID
IUD use
Weak risk factors
Smoking
Low SES
Douching
Intercourse during menses
PID Pe/Labs? 15.8B.4
PE
Systemic
Fever
Abd pain
Vag discharge
Pelvic:
Uterine tenderness
Cervical motion tenderness (CMT)
Adnexal tenderness
Labs
CBC
Wet prep for PMNs
ESR
Gen Probe
100% specific for N. g. and C. t.
Advanced imaging – may be needed
PID Tx? 15.8B.4
Tx
Mild to Mod PID
Ceftriaxone 250 mg IM
Doxycycline 100 mg PO BID f14d
May add metronidazole 500 mg PO BID f14d
Cure rates of 88-100% with oral abx
Severe PID
Clindamycin 900 mg IV q8h and
Gentamicin 2 mg/kg IV/IM loading dose, then 1.5 mg/kg IV q8h or
Unasyn 3 gm IV + doxycycline 100 mg PO/IV q12h
PID DDx? 15.8B.4
DDX
Uterine fibroids
Endometriosis
Vaginitis
Ovarian cysts
Ectopic pregnancy
Tubo-ovarian abscess
What are combined Hormnal contraceptives? 15.8B.5
Pills, Patch, Rings
OCP's Side Effects? 15.8B.5
Side effects
Spotting
Nausea
Both usually resolve over 2-3 cycles, or with new pill
Non-contraceptive benefits
Improvement in conditions made worse by menses
Improvement in other conditions, i.e. acne
Reduced risk of developing conditions like ovarian CA
Patches Side Effects? 15.8B.5
Side effects
Spotting
Local skin irritation
Nausea
Concerns:
Higher levels of estrogen may increase risk of clots
May be less effective if wt >198 lbs
Vaginal Rings Side effects? 15.8B.5
Side effects
Spotting
Vaginal discharge
Nausea
May be spontaneously expelled; may also remove for 3 hrs/day without loss of effect.
CHC. 15.8B.5
Extended / Continuous Use
Benefits
Improved effectiveness
Decreased blood loss
Less symptoms of PMS, PCOS, etc.
Pills
Monophasics may be taken daily to suppress menses, i.e. to have a period every 4 months
Skip the placebo pill
Withdrawal bleeding occurs? When?
Rings
May be used for 35 days; change same day of month
Progestin Only? 15.8B.5
Progestin Only
Forms
Pill
Injections
Implants
IUD
MOA
Thicken cervical mucus
May suppress ovulation and prevent implantation
Work well for women who cannot take Estrogen
Mini Pill? 15.8B.5
Mini-pill
Moderately effective at 92-99%
Side effects
Spotting (may persist)
Hair or skin changes
Headaches
Depression
Decreased libido
Depo 15.8B.5
Depo-Provera
Effectiveness: 97-99%
Injection q 12-14 weeks
Pros
lowers risk of endometrial & ovarian CA
Often become amennorheic
Cons
Vaginal spotting (most common)
Weight gain
Hair or skin changes
Headaches
Depression
Decreased libido
Black Box Warning (BBW): use < 2 yr, bone density loss
Implanon 15.8B.5
Rod implanted subcutaneously on arm
Effectiveness: 99% for 3 years
Many women become amenorrheic in months
Side effects
Vaginal spotting (common; may persist for years)
Weight gain
Hair or skin changes
Headaches
Depression
Decreased libido.
IUD's 15.8B.5
MOA:
Prevent fertilization
Types:
Mirena - progestin IUD, good for 5 yrs.
Copper T - good for 10 yrs
Pros
Highly effective
Long acting
Reversible
Copper T may be used as Emergency Contraception
Cons
Risk of infection (placement, STDs)
Expulsion
May be higher risk of ectopic pregnancies
Bilateral Tubal Ligation and vasectomy? 15.8B.5
BTL
MOA: disrupt the fallopian tubes
Effectiveness: 99%
Risks
Bleeding
Infection
Post-procedure regret
Vasectomy
MOA: prevent sperm from being ejaculated
Effectiveness: 99%
Risks: bleeding, infection, swelling
Emergency Contraception 15.8B.5
aka “The Morning After Pill”
Types
Progestin only (Plan B, Preven)
OCPs
Copper T IUD
Emergency Contraception Plan B. 15.8B.5
Plan B / Preven
Should be taken within 72 hours
MOA: prevents or delays ovulation
Reduces risk of pregnancy by 89%
1 tab q 12h
Side effects: nausea, spotting, change in menses
May need to use anti-emetic
OTC for women >= 18 yo in the USA
Emergency Contraception OCP's 15.8B.5
Must be taken w/in 72 hours
MOA: preventing or delaying ovulation
Reduces risk of pregnancy by 75%
Side effects
Nausea (worse than Plan B)
Vomiting
Spotting
Change in menses
Emergency Contraception Copper T IUD
May be inserted up to 5 days after unprotected intercourse
Nearly 100% effective
MOA: prevents fertilization & implantation
Side effects
Risk of infection
Heavier, more painful periods
4 abnormal vaginal bleedings 15.8B.6
Pregnancy, Malignancy, Mechanical(fibroids, polyps), Hormones
Definitions of Vag Bleeding. 15.8B.6
Menorrhagia: menstrual blood loss of >80 mL per cycle (also for > 1 week)
Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding (DUB): non-pathologic bleeding often a/w anovulatory cycles
Polymenorrhea: menstruation more frequent than every 3 weeks
Metrorrhagia: abnormal uterine bleeding between menstrual periods
Vaginal Bleeding Hx? 15.8B.6
Hx
Details of nature and extent of bleeding
Intermenstrual or post-coital bleeding?
Symptoms
Help identify source of bleeding (vagina, anus, urethra)
Pain, fatigue, wt loss -> CA
STD or pregnant?
Contraceptive use? For how long?
Last Pap? When? Results?
Any known uterine pathology?
Medications?
Bleeding disorders?
Premenarchal Bleeding
Secondary sex characteristics present?
Evaluate for infection or foreign body
Consider sexual abuse
Post-menopausal bleeding
Endometrial carcinoma must be ruled out
Vaginal bleeding PE? 15.8B.6
Hair, skin, nails, obesity ->Hypothyroidism
Pallor of the conjunctiva & nail beds -> Anemia
Obesity, hirsutism, acanthosis nigricans -> psos
Acne, male pattern balding, clitoromegaly -> hormonal embalance
Jaundice, Hepatomegaly, bruising -> Hepatitis
Amenorrhea, galactorrhea, (male-impotence/infertility) -> prolatinoma
Vaginal Bleeding ddx
Malignancy (cervical, uterine, ovarian, or vaginal cancer; leukemia, lymphoma)
Diseases: thyroid, renal, or hepatic issues
Miscarriage or ectopic pregnancy
Infections: PID, Cervicitis, Endometritis, Vaginitis
Mechanical (Fibroids, Endometriosis, Polyps)
Medications
Hormones: menorrhagia, PCOS, DUB
Pregnancy 15.8B.10
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