upper GI system Flashcards
1
Q
what is oral ulceration
A
break in oral epithelium exposinf nerve endings in underlying connective tssue
2
Q
what is stomatits
A
inflammation of lining of any soft tissue of mouth
3
Q
what is leukoplakia
A
painless white atches on side of tounge or cheeks
4
Q
what is dysphagia
A
difficulty swallowing
5
Q
what is GORD
A
Exposure of oesophageal epthelium to acid
6
Q
name the 3 types of GORD
A
- non-erosive reflux disease
- erosive oesophagitis
- barrett’s oesophagus
7
Q
what can Hypersecretion of stomach acid / Hyperchlorhydria cause
A
PUD
8
Q
name the 3 stages to acid secretion
A
cephalic phase
gastic phase
intestinal phase
9
Q
which phase prevents D-cell activity
A
gastric
10
Q
which phase stimulates D cell activity
A
intestinal
