Dyspepsia Flashcards
1
Q
How may someone with an oesophageal disorder present?
A
Dyspepsia
Dysphagia
Vomiting
Haemetemesis
2
Q
What are the typical symptoms of dyspepsia?
A
Post prandial fullness
Early satiety
Epigastric or reterosternal pain or burning (heartburn)
3
Q
What are the ALARM Symptoms?
A
Anaemia (iron deficiency) Loss of weight Anorexia Recent onset/progressive symptoms Melaena/haematemesis