Acute (Ascending) Cholangitis

In this milestone 20th episode, we delve into the critical topic of stroke, featuring a special guest, Midnight Med. Join us as we uncover the high-yield features of stroke, covering both ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes. Midnight Med, renowned for their insightful medical content, takes us on an in-depth exploration of ischemic stroke, highlighting key aspects, diagnostic approaches, and management strategies. Tune in as they share their expertise and provide valuable insights. Meanwhile, we tackle the complexities of hemorrhagic stroke, examining its distinct characteristics, risk factors, and treatment modalities. Don't miss out on this exciting episode! Check out Midnight Med's Instagram @midnightmed1200, and give us a follow at 5.min.medicine if you haven’t already. Give their Spotify a follow: Midnight Med Podcast. Access to all podcast scripts will be coming soon FREE to our new website (also featuring a shop for medical students). Listen now and empower yourself with knowledge to better understand and manage stroke.

Welcome to the 19th episode of 5 Minute Medicine! We will be exploring the fascinating world of haemorrhoids, discussing a clinical case, definitions, clinical features, causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and an important complication of this condition. Follow us on Spotify to be notified of our releases. We would really appreciate if you rate us 5 stars and give us a review on Apple Podcasts if you have the time too, as this really helps our discoverability. Follow our Ig @5.min.medicine for quizzes and notes on the topics!

In this SPECIAL episode of 5 Minute Medicine, we will be covering the highest yield features of BOTH Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (in only 12 minutes)! A massive thank you to our special guest Midnight Med for joining us! Don’t forget to give them a follow @midnightmed1200. Check out our ig @5.min.medicine for more content and quizzes!

Welcome to the 17th episode of 5 Minute Medicine! This episode is HUGE ❤️ We will be exploring Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD). We will discuss a clinical case, definitions, clinical features, factors that aggravate symptoms, red flag symptoms, risk factors, diagnosis, treatment, lifestyle changes and a surgical intervention used in the condition. We will also discuss the relationship between GORD and pregnancy! Don’t forget to complete our exclusive exam-like quiz on GORD on the PODCASES APP to solidify and apply your understanding of this pathology. Follow us on Spotify to be notified of our releases. We would really appreciate if you rate us 5 stars and give us a review on Apple Podcasts if you have the time too, as this really helps our discoverability follow our Ig @5.min.medicine for quizzes and notes on the topics!

Welcome to the 16th episode of 5 Minute Medicine! In this episode, we will be exploring Celiac disease, commonly known as celiac/nontropical sprue. We will discuss a clinical case, important epidemiology, etiology, clinical features (gastrointestinal, neuropsychiatric, children specific, and effect on fertility) treatment and diagnosis. Don’t forget to complete our exclusive exam-like quiz on the Podcases app and Peerr and to solidify and apply your understanding of this pathology. Follow us on Spotify to be notified of our releases. We would really appreciate if you rate us 5 stars and give us a review on Apple Podcasts if you have the time too, as this really helps our discoverability follow our Ig @5.min.medicine for quizzes and notes on the topics!

Welcome to the 15th episode of 5 Minute Medicine! We have a HUGE episode for you guys! In this episode, we will be exploring Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD). We will discuss a clinical case, definitions and the pathophysiology behind this condition. We will then learn about the 3 cardinal symptoms and clinical features of this pathology, these being intermittent claudication, rest pain, and critical limb ischemia. We will then explore the clinical examination findings of PAD. Beurger test is an important test to perform on physical examination. This episode explores how to conduct the the test, and what a positive Beurger sign means. In terms of exploring diagnosis, we will delve into the Ankle-brachial pressure index, looking at how to conduct the test and interpretation of your findings. Imaging and treatment are also discussed! Don’t forget to complete our exclusive exam-like quiz on PAD to solidify and apply your understanding of this pathology. Follow us on Spotify to be notified of our releases. We would really appreciate if you rate us 5 stars and give us a review on Apple Podcasts if you have the time too, as this really helps our discoverability follow our Ig @5.min.medicine for quizzes and notes on the topics!

Welcome to the 14th episode of 5 Minute Medicine! In this episode, we will be exploring Pericardial Effusion and Cardiac Tamponade. We will discuss a clinical case, definitions, pathophysiology, symptoms, clinical features, diagnosis, supportive tests and treatment! All of the highest yield information is covered, with many easy ways to remember the important features of this pathology such as analysing “Beck’s Triad”! We will also delve into understanding why some of the classic features of this condition occur, such as “pulsus paroxidus.” Follow us on Spotify to be notified of our releases. We would really appreciate if you rate us 5 stars and give us a review on Apple Podcasts if you have the time too, as this really helps our discoverability follow our Ig @5.min.medicine for quizzes and notes on the topics!

Welcome to the 13th episode of 5 Minute Medicine! In this episode, we will be exploring Wernicke encephalopathy and Korsakoff syndrome, which are both conditions that arise through thiamine (vitamin B1) deficiency. We will discuss a clinical case, causes, pathophysiology, symptoms, clinical features, diagnosis and treatment! All of the highest yield information is covered, with many easy ways to remember the important features of this pathology, including the “Wernicke’s COAT and Korsakoff’s CART” mnemonic! We hope you are enjoying the content so far! Follow us on Spotify to be notified of our releases. We would really appreciate if you rate us 5 stars and give us a review on Apple Podcasts if you have the time too, as this really helps our discoverability. Follow our Ig @5.min.medicine for quizzes and notes on the topics!

Welcome to the 12th episode of 5 Minute Medicine! In this episode, we will be exploring Syphilis, an infection caused by the gram-negative spirochete (meaning spiral shaped) bacteria called Treponema pallidum. We will discuss a clinical case, pathophysiology, the various stages, symptoms, clinical features, diagnosis and treatment! All of the highest yield information is covered, with many easy ways to remember the important features of this pathology, including the “PANT” pneumonic of Neurosyphilis! We hope you are enjoying the content so far! Follow us on Spotify to be notified of our releases. We would really appreciate if you rate us 5 stars and give us a review on Apple Podcasts if you have the time too, as this really helps our discoverability follow our Ig @5.min.medicine for quizzes and notes on the topics!

Welcome to the 11th episode of 5 Minute Medicine! In this episode, we will be covering the complex pathology of Acute (Ascending) Cholangitis. We will discuss the pathophysiology, risk factors, symptoms, clinical features, diagnosis and treatment! All of the highest yield information is covered, with many easy ways to remember the important features of this pathology, including the 6Fs of cholelithiasis (gallstone formation) and Reynold’s pentad! We hope you are enjoying the content so far! Follow us on Spotify to be notified of our releases. We would really appreciate if you rate us 5 stars and give us a review on Apple Podcasts if you have the time too, as this really helps our discoverability ❤️ follow our Ig @5.min.medicine for quizzes and notes on the topics!