dyspepsia and reflux

Question 1

in the absence of red flag symptoms, what can be used to treat dyspepsia and reflux?

Answer 1

PPI and potentially test for H pylori (the urea breath test)

Question 2

what is the treatment for H pylori infection?

Answer 2

triple therapy

• amoxicillin
• clarithromycin,
• proton pump inhibitor such as omeprazole

Question 3

H pylori symptoms?

Answer 3

• An ache or burning pain in your abdomen.
• Abdominal pain that’s worse when your stomach is empty.
• Nausea.
• Loss of appetite.
• Frequent burping.
• Bloating.
• Unintentional weight loss.

Question 4

what is the protocol for any red flag symptoms?

Answer 4

consider investigations and an OGD