GORD Flashcards
1
Q
What are the symptoms of GORD?
A
Heartburn
Acid Reflux
2
Q
How do you diagnose GORD?
A
Endoscopy to diagnose oesophagitis (No PPI for 2 weeks before endoscopy)
3
Q
Name the triggers
A
Food - Fatty, Citrus, Onion, Spicy, Coffee
Smoking
Alcohol
Stress
4
Q
Name the possible causes of GORD
A
Obesity
Genetic
Medication side-effect - CCB, Theophylline, Nitrates
5
Q
Name referral points
A
Dysphagia
Unexplained weightloss - cancer?
