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Jerry Wags Age: 65 Gender: Male Occupation: Office worker Chief Complaint: Severe flank pain and hematuria Past Medical History: Hypertension, Obesity, Atrial Fibrillation Family History: Father had a history of gout. Medications: Metoprolol PO daily; Lisinopril PO BID, Apixiban 5 mg daily Case Presentation: JW is a 65-year-old male, presents to the emergency department with severe, colic like, pain in his right flank that started suddenly a few hours ago. He describes the pain as excruciating and radiating to his lower abdomen and groin. He also complains of testicular pain, not relieved by anything. He reports experiencing nausea and vomiting. On further inquiry, he mentions noticing blood in his urine. Physical Examination: Vital Signs: Blood pressure 150/90 mmHg, heart rate 90 bpm, respiratory rate 18 breaths/min, temperature 99°F. General: The patient appears uncomfortable and is writhing in pain. Pallor is noted. Abdomen: Right CVA tenderness. No abdominal distension or masses noted. Bowel sounds present. Other system's unremarkable Diagnostic Workup: Based on the clinical presentation, the following diagnostic tests were performed: 1. Complete Blood Count (CBC): Shows elevated white blood cell count. 2. Serum Electrolytes: Within normal limits. 3. Renal Function Tests: Elevated serum creatinine. 4. Urine Culture: Negative for bacterial. Need Assignment Help?