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Causes of Pediatric Diarrhea - Differential Diagnosis Algorithm
Infectious:
 • Viral
 • Bacterial
 • Parasitic
Malabsorption:
 • Lactase
Diagnosis Algorithm ... Infectious: ... • Constipation ... Diagnosis #Algorithm ... #Causes #Peds #
Acute Diarrhea - Differential Diagnosis Framework
1)  Diagnostic studies only for dysentery, severe disease, >7 days
2)
Acute Diarrhea - ... Differential Diagnosis ... Lactose intolerance, Constipation ... Diagnosis #Infectious ... NonInfectious #Algorithm
Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome (PRES) Overview

Clinico-Radiological Syndrome, characterized by:
 • Headache
 • Seizures
 • Altered mental
Preeclampsia, Eclampsia, Infection ... circulation: MCA ACA ... Reversible course Differential ... Infection, Electrolyte ... lines/devices, Constipation
Peritoneal Dialysis Complications
Peritonitis:
 • Can't miss! 6% of cases result in death
 • Diagnostics:
Peritonitis Site Infections ... Swimming, Presence of pets ... Always evaluate for constipation ... dialysate retention, diarrhea ... #differential