“Peptic ulcers are open sores that develop in the lining of the stomach, esophagus, and small intestine as a result of an imbalance of hydrochloric acid and pepsin. These acidic digestive juices are secreted by the cells of the stomach. Named for where they are found, “peptic ulcers are a very common and often reoccurring health problem, and it is estimated that more than 20 million Americans will experience a peptic ulcer in their lifetime” (Cleveland). Gastric ulcers occur on the inside of the
The drug cimetidine was launched in 1976, as a successful medication to treat peptic ulcers. Over many centuries peptic ulcer has been a major cause of death, at any particular time about 4 million people are effected with peptic ulcer, and the at least 6000 people die from this disease each year. Peptic ulcer results from erosion within the walls three particular areas of the gastrointestinal tract (GIT); the oesophagus, the stomach or the duodenum. This is due to the excessive production of
Digestive Disorder Etiology and Epidemiology Stomach cancer, also known as gastric cancer, is the disease that sounds exactly what its name refers to; cancer of the stomach. Although this cancer is named after its point of origin(like many other cancers), tumors can also spread to other parts of the body as the disease progresses (American Cancer Society).The early stages of stomach cancer is characterized by its symptoms of stomach discomfort, nausea, loss of appetite, and heartburn, while the
As proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) Omeprazole and Lansoprazole are effective therapeutic agents for Peptic ulcers. But which one is more effective as a PPI and highly useful for peptic ulcers disease. The basis of the distinction lies in the pharmacological safety and efficacy of each PPI, which is assessed in this paper in a head to head comparison. After obtaining the relevant literature from Database PubMed and Proquest, it is sufficient to conclude that Lansoprazole proved to be a more effective
medications and possible surgical interventions maybe be recommended. Gastritis Gastritis refers to conditions in which inflammation of the lining of the stomach occurs. Gastritis is often a result of infection with bacterium that causes most stomach ulcers, injury to the stomach, and regular use of certain pain relievers or drinking too much alcohol. There can be a sudden onset (acute gastritis) or it can occur slowly over time (chronic gastritis) (Mayo Clinic, 2014). Signs and Symptoms Signs and symptoms
The presence of Helicobacter pylori infection of the upper gastrointestinal tract has been found to be more common in rural non-developed areas in India. Many factors contribute to this infection, which is often then associated into becoming peptic ulcer disease and gastric cancer. Many parts in the developing country of India consist of diets low in fruits, vegetables, and high intake of sodium such as salted fish (Fock & Ang, 2010). The insanitary conditions also have increased risks of Helicobacter
Patient name: MR. SUBJECTIVE: CC: LUQ abdominal pain. HPI: MR is a 70 y.o. male patient who presents to ER with constant, dull and RUQ abdominal pain onset yesterday that irradiate to the back of right shoulder. Client also c/o nauseas, vomiting and black stool x2 this morning. He reports that currently resides in an ALF; they called the ambulance after his second episodes of black stool. Pt reports he drank Pepto-Bismol yesterday evening without relief. Pt states that he never experienced similar
Cholecystitis, pancreatitis and peptic ulcer (Leik, 2014) Cholecystitis- This is one of the reasons why people get epigastric pain. It is an inflammation of the gallbladder. The gallbladder helps to breakdown the fat that are consumed, and also helps to remove certain chemicals from the body. Cholecystitis can be severe with an acute onset or mild attacks which could be chronic.
Disease/Condition and its Effect in the Body System Gastric ulcers are open sores that develop inside the lining of the stomach. It occurs when the protective lining in the stomach stop working and breaks down. Most ulcers occur within the first layer of the stomach lining, when the ulcer goes all the way through the stomach it is called perforation and it is a medical emergency. The most common cause of gastric ulcer is an infection caused by bacteria called Helicobacter pylori (nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus)
FACT: Two in three people are affected by ulcers. The more shocking revelation is that almost all of these people do not experience any symptoms (Pearlstein). It is a silent killer. There are two known ways of curing ulcers. One is the traditional way, which is history based and a scientifically proven remedy for ulcers. The other is the industrial way, which is a controversial issue that is scientifically based and historically inefficient. Noni is a naturally occurring plant that is native to the
damage the stomach causing inflammation, ulcers and other conditions. Other times, there may be a problem with the muscular band at the top of the stomach that keeps the stomach tightly closed and this allows the acid to escape and irritate the oesophagus. This is called 'acid reflux' and can cause heartburn and/or oesophagitis. Proton pump inhibitors such as omeprazole stop cells in the lining of the stomach from producing too much acid. This can help prevent ulcers from forming or assist the healing
Stress: Unavoidable Necessity Experiencing stress is a very common sensation. It is easy for everybody to describe its symptoms, but defining stress itself is more complicated because stress requires psychological and medical concepts to give an exact and understandable definition. "Stress is a specific response by the body to a stimulus, as fear or pain, that disturbs or interferes with the normal physiological equilibrium. It is a physical, mental, or emotional strain or tension" (The New Webster’s
Prevalence of Helicobacter Pylori Infection and Histologic Gastritis in Asymptomatic Persons This research was done by Cornelius P. Dooley, Hartley Cohen, Patrick L. Fitzgibbons, Madeline Bauer, Maria D. Appleman, Guillermo I. Perez-Perez, and Martin J. Blaser. It was done at the Departments of Medicine (C.P.D., H.C., M.B.) and Pathology (P.L.F., M.D.A.), Los Angeles County-University of Southern California Medical Center, and the Medical Service, Veterans Administration Medical Center Denver (G
neutralization of gastric acid (Kusters , van Vliet, Kuipers 2006).The bacteria also induce an inflammatory response, which weakens the stomach lining and allows for damage by gastric acids, ulcer formation, and gastric cancer, thus if left untreated, H. pylori infections have a 10% to 15% lifetime risk of developing into peptic ulcers and a 1% to 2% lifetime risk of developing into gastric cancers(Kusters , van Vliet, Kuipers 2006) In developed countries, for perhaps the first time in the human experience, large
hospital is a scary thing – especially when unexpected. There is a common trend seen among patients when they are admitted. They are usually less mobile, taking multiple medications and prone to stress ulcers from the hospital stay itself. All of the aforementioned reasons can cause stress ulcers. This means there is a reflux of stomach contents into the lower esophagus. Excess stomach acid occurs when the patient is immobile due to the gastric contents moving from a lower pressure to a higher pressure
The students of our school should rally together and hang the cooks in the Cafeteria. Well, maybe that is a little too dramatic, but something has to be done about the school lunch. The stuff that they serve the students is truly awful. Students should not be forced to eat in the cafeteria because the meals are not prepared well, there are foreign objects in the deserts, and many kids have gotten ill after eating certain items. Initially, sometimes the lunch is left over. To know if it is left over
Prophylaxis of Stress Related Ulcers in the ICU Request: Which acid suppressant is better for prophylaxis of stress related ulcers in an intensive care setting, proton pump inhibitors (PPI’s) or histamine 2 receptor agonists (H2 Blockers)? Response: Background: Stress ulcers were first identified in 1970 by Skillman and Silen and reported as a clinical syndrome of lethal “stress ulceration” in a 7 out of 150 patients in intensive care (ICU). These reports showed superficial ulcers in the gastric fundus
“Well you don’t look sick,” is a phrase that fills me with unsurmountable frustration. The very idea that someone has to “look” sick in order to actually be sick is a stereotype prevalent in our world that most would never pay any attention to. When we envision someone who is “sick” we think of the eight year old girl with no hair laying in a hospital bed with tubes wrapping around her entire body. We think of the stomach flu we had last year when we fell asleep on the bathroom floor, terrified to
suffering with food intolerances, stomach cramps, digestion pains, acid indigestion, reflux, and skin flares. This has resulted in years and sometimes intrusive medical testing and medication. Oliver has been diagnosed with IBS, suspected duodenal ulcer, lactose intolerance and also suffered from the the affects of rosacea. He has had barium meals, ultra sound scans, CAT scans and recently 2010 had surgery for acute hydrophrenosis of the right kidney. In Aug... ... middle of paper ... ...the fibres
This includes electric stimulation of nerves or muscles, passage of current into the body, or use of interrupted current of low intensity to raise the threshold of the skin to pain. Studies suggested this therapy is applied to conditions such as ulcers, traumatic or burn wounds, osteoarthritis, and cancer. Electrical stimulation is simply the application of electrical pulses to the body, whether it is for function or therapy. The classical and common example is that of the cardiac pacemaker. The