Functional Dyspepsia

Question 1

Define Functional Dyspepsia?

Answer 1

Also known as Non-ulcer dyspepsia

No known cause can be found of the symptoms

Question 2

What is the aetiology of Functional Dyspepsia?

Answer 2

Sensation in the stomach or the duodenum may be altered
1/3 people with Functional Dyspepsia also have IBS
A delay in emptying the stomach contents into the duodenum caused by the muscles in the stomach wall not working as effectively

Question 3

What are the symptoms and signs of Functional Dyspepsia?

Answer 3

a burning sensation or discomfort in your upper abdomen or lower chest, sometimes relieved by food or antacids 
Bloating 
Belching
Nausea 
Bloody vomit 
Dark, tarry stools
SOB
Pain that radiates to your jaw, neck or arm
Unexplained weight loss

Question 4

What are the risk factors for Functional Dyspepsia?

Answer 4

Female
Older age
Use of certain analgesia (aspirin, ibuprofen)
Smoking
Anxiety or depression
History of childhood physical or sexual abuse

Question 5

What is the management plan for Functional Dyspepsia?

Answer 5

Treat cause (e.g. clear H.Pylori infection)
Acid-suppressing medicines 
Lifestyle changes

Question 6

What lifestyle changes could you give to a patient with Functional Dyspepsia?

Answer 6

Make sure you eat regular meals
Lose weight, if you are obese
Stop Smoking
Drink less