Clinical Aspects Flashcards
What are the 2 general causes of peptic ulcer disease?
Insufficient protection from HCL and Pepsin
Helicobacter Pylori
Insufficient protection from HCL and pepsin causes what?
Damaged Mucus Coat
Too much HCL and Pepsin
If luminal acidity is decreased, damaged tissues can repair in?
1-2 Months
What are some factors that delay healing of a peptic ulcer?
Cigarette Smoking Alcohol Caffiene Calcium Aspirin
What is the name of the disease where stomach chyme backs up into lower esophagus?
Gastroesophageal Reflux
What are the possible contributing factors for gastroesophageal reflux?
Chronic Gastritis Hiatal Hernia Pregnancy Incompetent Lower Esophageal Sphincter Subluxations
What are some ways to reduce reflux?
Food Diary
Limit how much is eaten at one time
Don’t eat less than 3 hrs before bed
What are some problem foods for reflux?
Spices Acidic Foods Acidic Beverages Fatty Foods Alcohol
What is the disease where stratified squamous epithelium is replaced by mucus secreting simple columnar in the lower esophagus?
Barrett’s Esophagus
Barrett’s esophagus is metaplasia due to?
Chronic Problem