Peptic Ulcer Disease Flashcards
1
Q
Definition
A
duodenal and/or stomach
ulceration
2
Q
Causes
A
bacterium Helicobacter pylori
(H. pylori)
Chronic use of NSAIDs (Nonsteroidal anti
inflammatory drugs) such as Ibuprofen: Risk of ulcers is 3x greater
3
Q
S&S
A
epigastric pain
coffee
ground emesis: vomiting of dark brown contents when bleeding has slowed down or stopped. Results from the coagulation of the blood in the HCL
if pain is less after eating food
4
Q
Management
A
Tx depends on the cause
Meds:
- H. Pylori: antibiotics
- proton pump inhibitors
