GORD/ PU Flashcards
At what age does infant reflux tend to improve?
Soon after solids introduced to diet (approx 6 months) and most cases will clear up by 9-10 months when the baby is sitting. Severe cases can persist to 18 months
At what age does infant reflux tend to improve?
Soon after solids introduced to diet (approx 6 months) and most cases will clear up by 9-10 months when the baby is sitting
What are red flags for upper GIT endoscopy?
new onset anaemia, dysphagia, odynophagia, haematememsis or melaena, unexplained weight loss >10%, vomiting, age >50, chronic NSAID use, severe symptoms, family history of upper GIT or coorectal cancer, short history of symptoms
What are red flags for upper GIT endoscopy?
new onset anaemia, dysphagia, odynophagia, haematememsis or melaena, unexplained weight loss >10%, vomiting, age >50, chronic NSAID use, severe symptoms, family history of upper GIT or colorectal cancer, short history of symptoms
What are clinical features of GORD in adults?
nausea, bloating and belching, heartburn, acid regurgitation especially on lying down, waterbrash, nocturnal cough
What are some potential complications of GORD?
oesophagitis, iron deficiency anaemia, stricture, chronic cough, asthma, hoarseness, barett’s oesophagus
What lifestyle interventions can improve symptoms of GORD?
weight reductions if overweight reduction or cessation of smoking reduction or cessation of alcohol reduction or cessation of coffee, tea and chocolate avoid gaseous drinks leave at least 3 hours between dinner and bed increase fibre intake avoid fatty foods small regular meals and snacks eat slowly and chew food well sleep on the left side avoid spicy foods and tomato products
What are risk factors for peptic ulcer disease?
male sex, family history, smoking, stress, common inn blood group O, NSAID use, H. Pylori
What are some potential complications of PUD?
perforation, bleeding, obstruction, anaemia, cancer, oesophageal stenosis
