H. Pylori + Gastroscopy Flashcards
What is H. Pylori
Transmission of H. Pylori
S/sx of h.pylori
Stomach pain dull, sharp
Burping n/v
Bloating not feeling hungry
Unexplained wt loss
Stomach bleeding
Signs of stomach bleeding
CG/BV
B/BS
D/Fai
TBr
FTfnr
How to Diagnose H.Pylori
H. Pylori
What to do in physical exam
What is urea breath test
What are the medical tx
Eradication therapy
( combination of medicines)
Antibiotic
Proton pump inhibitor
H2 blockers
Bismuth salicylate
How does the mixed medication works?
Decrease gastric acid
Weakens the h.pylori
Antibiotic kills the bacteria
Whats the action of proton pump inhibitor
Reduces the gastric acid PRODUCTION
Whats the action of the H2 blockers
Reduces the gastric acid SECRETIONS
Whats the action of Bismuth salicylate
Treat various stomach and digestive issues
Antibiotic
Anti infamatory
Astringent
How to prevent h. Pylori
Wash
Do not
Not cooked
Prepared
Diet for h.pylori px
Yogurt
Omega 3 & 6 fish oil
Olive oil
Vegetables - broccoli, cauli flower, cabbage
White meat - chicken, fish
Foods to avoid with H.pylori
Foods that increases gastric acid production
- coffee, tea, cola, soda, fizzy drinks
Gastric irritation
- pepper, ham, bacon, alcohol, spicy foods, lemon and orange