GORD Flashcards
1
Q
What are some red flags in GORD?
A
dysphagia weight loss haematemesis malaena persistent vomiting iron deficiency anaemia epigastric mass
2
Q
What are some medications that can cause GORD>
A
NSAIDs calcium antagonists nitrates theophylines bisphosphonates corticosteroids
3
Q
What is the management for GORD?
A
heatlhy eating weight loss smoking cessation avoiding alcohol/coffee/chocolate/fatty foods raise the head of the bed don't eat late
4
Q
WHat are some psychological therapies for GORD?
A
CBT
psychotherapy
5
Q
WHat drugs are used in GORD?
A
PPI therapy
full dose for 4-8 weeks
6
Q
If symptoms recur or continue what should be offered as treatment?
A
PPI at lowest dose
H2RA therapy
7
Q
What is Barrett’s oesophagus?
A
where the squamous epithelium of the oesophagus turn into columnar epithelium
