DYLAN BARTON I HUMAN CASE STUDY 42 Y/O 5'10" 180.0 LB REASON FOR ENCOUNTER DIARRHEA LOCATION OUTPATIENT CLINIC WITH LABORATORY CAPABILITIES
Case Study: Evaluation of Diarrhea in Dylan Barton
Patient Information
• Name: Dylan Barton
• Age: 42
• Gender: Male
• Height: 5’10” (178 cm)
• Weight: 180.0 lbs (81.6 kg)
• BMI: 25.8 kg/m² (normal weight)
• Marital Status: Married
Occupation: IT Specialist
• Location: Outpatient Clinic with Laboratory Capabilities
Chief Complaint
Dylan Barton presents with a 5-day history of diarrhea.
History of Present Illness
• Onset: 5 days ago
• Frequency: 5-6 loose stools per day
• Characteristics: Watery, no blood or mucus
• Associated Symptoms: Mild abdominal cramping, occasional
nausea, no vomiting, slight fatigue
• Aggravating Factors: Eating, especially fatty or spicy foods
• Relieving Factors: None noted
• Recent Travel: None
• Dietary Changes: Recently started eating at a new restaurant for
lunch
• Medications: No recent antibiotic use
• Hydration Status: Feels slightly dehydrated, drinks about 6-8
glasses of water per day
Past Medical History