Dyspepsia Flashcards

1
Q

How may someone with an oesophageal disorder present?

A

Dyspepsia
Dysphagia
Vomiting
Haemetemesis

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What are the typical symptoms of dyspepsia?

A

Post prandial fullness
Early satiety
Epigastric or reterosternal pain or burning (heartburn)

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3
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What are the ALARM Symptoms?

A
Anaemia (iron deficiency)
Loss of weight
Anorexia
Recent onset/progressive symptoms 
Melaena/haematemesis
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