Peptic Ulcers Flashcards by Katie Dreith | Brainscape

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Cause for Peptic Ulcers

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Helicobacter pylori

-Gram negative

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Virulence factor for Peptic Ulcers

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Presence of flagella

Adhesins
Urease
Other enzyme
Bleeding Ulcer

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Portal of entry for Peptic Ulcers

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Fecal-oral transmission likely

-Small intestine

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Signs/Symptoms for Peptic Ulcers

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Primarily abdominal pain
Nausea
Vomiting
Weight loss may occur
Fresh blood in vomit
Upper respiratory

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Incubation period for Peptic Ulcers

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Varies

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Susceptibility for Peptic Ulcers

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Those colonized by H. pylori

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Treatment for Peptic Ulcers

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Antimicrobial
Acid-blocking drugs (anti acid)
Antibiotic therapy

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Prevention for Peptic Ulcers

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Lifestyle changes to reduce risk

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