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Peptic ulcer
Peptic ulcers are open sores that develop on the lining of the stomach, esophagus, or small intestine, primarily caused by the bacteria H. pylori and factors such as NSAID use and lifestyle choices. Symptoms often include burning abdominal pain, changes in appetite, nausea, and may lead to complications if untreated. Management typically involves antibiotics, proton pump inhibitors, and antacids to reduce stomach acid and promote healing.
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Introduction to peptic ulcers, defined as sores in the digestive tract due to high acid and pepsin levels.
Presents three types of peptic ulcers: gastric (stomach), esophageal (esophagus), and duodenal (small intestine).
Discusses causes of peptic ulcers including H. pylori infection, medication use, smoking, and alcohol.
Symptoms include burning abdominal pain, changes in appetite, nausea, and more; diagnostic tests mentioned.
Treatment options include antibiotics, proton pump inhibitors, and antacids for pain relief.
Conclusion of the presentation with a thank you note.
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- 1. PEPTIC ULCER PRESENTED BY: MR.ABHAY RAJPOOT
- 2. INTROCDUCTION It isdefined as a breakdown in continuity of mucus membrane of duodenum, esophagus and stomach by pepsin and acid are present in abnormally high concentrations. Peptic ulcers are sores that develop in the lining of the stomach, lower esophagus, or small intestine. They're usually formed as a result of inflammation caused by the bacteria H. pylori, as well as from erosion from stomach acids.
- 4. DEFINITION Peptic ulcersare open sores that develop on the inside lining of stomach and the upper portion of small intestine
- 5. TYPES There are threetypes of peptic ulcers: Gastric ulcers: ulcers that develop inside the stomach Esophageal ulcers: ulcers that develop inside the esophagus Duodenal ulcers: ulcers that develop in the upper section of the small intestines, called the duodenum
- 7. ETIOLOGY Helicobacter pylori(H. pylori), a type of bacteria that can cause a stomach infection and inflammation Frequent use of aspirin or other anti-inflammatory drugs (risk associated with this behaviour increases in women and people over the age of 60) Smoking Drinking too much alcohol Radiation therapy Stomach cancer
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- 10. CLINICAL MANIFESTATIONS Themost common symptom of a peptic ulcer is burning abdominal pain that extends from the navel to the chest, which can range from mild to severe. In some cases, the pain may wake you up at night. Small peptic ulcers may not produce any symptoms in the early phases. Other common signs of a peptic ulcer include: Changes in appetite Nausea Bloody or dark stools Unexplained weight loss Indigestion Vomiting Chest pain
- 11. Diagnostic tests Medicalhistory Physical Exam Lab tests Upper gastrointestinal (GI) endoscopy and biopsy Upper GI series Computerized tomography (CT) scan
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- 14. MANAGEMENT Antibiotic medicationsto kill H. pylori. If H. pylori is found in your digestive tract, your doctor may recommend a combination of antibiotics to kill the bacterium. These may include amoxicillin (Amoxil), clarithromycin (Biaxin), metronidazole. Proton pump inhibitors — also called PPIs — reduce stomach acid by blocking the action of the parts of cells that produce acid. These drugs include the prescription and over-the-counter medications omeprazole (Prilosec), lansoprazole (Prevacid). Acid blockers — also called histamine (H-2) blockers — reduce the amount of stomach acid released into your digestive tract, which relieves ulcer pain and encourages healing….ex. ranitidine
- 15. Antacids neutralizeexisting stomach acid and can provide rapid pain relief. Side effects can include constipation or diarrhea, depending on the main ingredients.
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