H. Pylori Flashcards
1
Q
H. Pylori
A
gram negative bacteria that destroys the epithelium lining
2
Q
what can it cause
A
ulcers
gastritis
risk of cancer
3
Q
signs
A
dyspepsia symptoms
4
Q
investigations
A
offer H. pylori test to anyone that has dyspepsia symptoms but ensure they haven’t been on a PPI in past two weeks
rapid urease test
urea breath test
stool antigen test
5
Q
management
A
triple therapy:
PPI - omeprazole
antibiotic - amoxicillin
antibiotic - clarythromycin
6
Q
what test is done to check H.Pylori has been eradicated
A
urea test
7
Q
how do you manage dyspepsia symptoms
A
review of medications
lifestyle advice
trial of PPI or H. Pylori test
8
Q
what lymphoma is associated
A
gastric MALT lymphoma
