CLINICAL PRESENTATION OF DYSPEPSIA Flashcards
What are the four main symptoms of dyspepsia
,The four main symptoms of dyspepsia are postprandial fullness (prolonged persistence of food in the stomach), early satiation (feeling of fullness soon after eating begins), epigastric pain (unpleasant sensation between the umbilicus and lower end of the sternum), and epigastric burning (unpleasant sensation of heat).
What is postprandial fullness
,Postprandial fullness is an unpleasant sensation perceived as the prolonged persistence of food in the stomach.
What is early satiation (early satiety)
,Early satiation (early satiety) is the feeling of fullness that occurs soon after eating begins and that is out of proportion to the amount of food ingested.
What is epigastric pain
,Epigastric pain is an unpleasant sensation between the umbilicus and lower end of the sternum.
What is epigastric burning
,Epigastric burning refers to an unpleasant, subjective sensation of heat in the upper abdomen.
What are some less specific manifestations of dyspepsia
,Less specific manifestations of dyspepsia may include bloating, nausea, vomiting, or belching.
Are dyspepsia symptoms constant or intermittent
,Dyspepsia symptoms are mostly intermittent and may or may not be related to meals.
What are considered alarm symptoms in dyspepsia
,Alarm symptoms in dyspepsia include weight loss, anemia, blood loss, and dysphagia. These symptoms should prompt referral for further investigation.
What is the significance of weight loss as an alarm symptom in dyspepsia
,Weight loss is considered an alarm symptom in dyspepsia because it may indicate a more serious underlying condition that requires further investigation and management.
What are some other alarm symptoms in dyspepsia
,Other alarm symptoms in dyspepsia include anemia (low red blood cell count), blood loss, and dysphagia (difficulty swallowing). These symptoms should prompt referral for further evaluation.
