Condition Info - BotMed Application

ConditionName

Mallory-Weiss Syndrome

ConditionDescription

Symptoms

Vomit that is bright red or that looks like coffee grounds.
Black or tar-like stools.
Stools with blood present.
Weakness, dizziness, faintness.
Shortness of breath.
Diarrhea.
Paleness.
Abdominal or chest pain.

PhysicalFindings

ClinicalTests

Upper endoscopy

RiskFactors

History of alcohol use;
Recent alcohol binge;
Anticoagulation;
NSAIDs use;
Hiatal hernia;
HTN;
Severe cirrhosis or liver failure;

IsRedFlag

IsNPLEX

Consequence

Severe internal bleeding (R/F);
Shock. 
Low blood pressure;
Anemia with fatigue;
Shortness of breath.

ProgressionFromCondition

Repeated retching or vomiting;

TreatmentOptions

PharmOptions

WebLink

https://www.merckmanuals.com/en-ca/professional/gastrointestinal-disorders/esophageal-and-swallowing-disorders/mallory-weiss-syndrome