Deck 23: Upper Gastrointestinal Disorders
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Question
What food should be avoided in Level 3 of the National Dysphagia Diet?
A) clam chowder
B) poached eggs
C) canned fruit salad
D) fruit yogurt
A) clam chowder
B) poached eggs
C) canned fruit salad
D) fruit yogurt
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Question
Which beverage is most appropriate for a client with dysphagia with a diet order for nectar-like liquids?
A) water
B) chicken broth
C) iced tea
D) tomato juice
A) water
B) chicken broth
C) iced tea
D) tomato juice
Question
When evaluating dysphagia, peristalsis and sphincter pressure are measured by ____.
A) a manometer
B) X-ray
C) echocardiography
D) fluoroscopy
A) a manometer
B) X-ray
C) echocardiography
D) fluoroscopy
Question
A potential long-term consequence of chronic reflux and Barrett's esophagus is ____.
A) esophageal cancer
B) liver disease
C) peptic ulcer disease
D) kidney failure
A) esophageal cancer
B) liver disease
C) peptic ulcer disease
D) kidney failure
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Frequent reflux of highly acidic gastric fluids results in ____.
A) inflammation and scarring of the esophagus
B) stomach ulcers
C) decreased production of saliva
D) an inability to use medications
A) inflammation and scarring of the esophagus
B) stomach ulcers
C) decreased production of saliva
D) an inability to use medications
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Pain or discomfort in the upper abdominal area is termed ____.
A) dysphagia
B) dyspepsia
C) epigastria
D) achalasia
A) dysphagia
B) dyspepsia
C) epigastria
D) achalasia
Question
An example of a strategy used by dietitians to encourage patients on mechanically altered diets to eat is to ____.
A) allow them to eat all desired foods
B) prepare a person's favorite foods and foods with pleasant smells
C) restrict all their favorite foods
D) allow them to eat just one meal a day
A) allow them to eat all desired foods
B) prepare a person's favorite foods and foods with pleasant smells
C) restrict all their favorite foods
D) allow them to eat just one meal a day
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Which food might be included on a Level 1 National Dysphagia Diet menu?
A) pureed meat
B) peanut butter
C) cottage cheese
D) chunky applesauce
A) pureed meat
B) peanut butter
C) cottage cheese
D) chunky applesauce
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Eric has developed dysphagia after having a stroke. He requires mechanically altered foods that are easier to swallow. His caregiver is assisting him with eating so that he will not become malnourished. What strategy can the caregiver perform that would most likely help Eric to accept his mechanically altered foods?
A) Substitute white vegetables for brightly colored ones.
B) Serve the foods on an attractive plate to improve visual appeal
C) Blend all foods and serve with a straw.
D) Heavily season the foods with salt and pepper.
A) Substitute white vegetables for brightly colored ones.
B) Serve the foods on an attractive plate to improve visual appeal
C) Blend all foods and serve with a straw.
D) Heavily season the foods with salt and pepper.
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The function of the lower esophageal sphincter is to ____.
A) direct food from the mouth to the esophagus
B) protect the airway during swallowing
C) prevent backflow from the esophagus
D) prevent backflow of acidic contents from the stomach
A) direct food from the mouth to the esophagus
B) protect the airway during swallowing
C) prevent backflow from the esophagus
D) prevent backflow of acidic contents from the stomach
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Which condition would most likely be a cause of esophageal dysphagia?
A) cleft palate
B) muscular dystrophy
C) stroke
D) achalasia
A) cleft palate
B) muscular dystrophy
C) stroke
D) achalasia
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A sign of oropharyngeal dysphagia is ____.
A) a sensation of food "sticking" in the esophagus
B) nasal regurgitation
C) achalasia
D) heartburn
A) a sensation of food "sticking" in the esophagus
B) nasal regurgitation
C) achalasia
D) heartburn
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Which increases the risk of GERD by increasing pressure in the stomach?
A) chocolate
B) wearing tight clothing
C) diazepam
D) cigarette smoking
A) chocolate
B) wearing tight clothing
C) diazepam
D) cigarette smoking
Question
To minimize symptoms of dyspepsia, which might patients be advised to do?
A) consume large meals
B) eat only raw foods
C) avoid highly spiced foods
D) drink coffee rather than fruit juice
A) consume large meals
B) eat only raw foods
C) avoid highly spiced foods
D) drink coffee rather than fruit juice
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A degenerative nerve condition affecting the esophagus, characterized by impaired peristalsis and incomplete relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter when swallowing, is called ____.
A) achalasia
B) achlorhydria
C) hypochlorhydria
D) stricture
A) achalasia
B) achlorhydria
C) hypochlorhydria
D) stricture
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The backward flow of acidic contents from the stomach into the esophagus is referred to as ____.
A) an esophageal stricture
B) heartburn
C) reflux
D) achalasia
A) an esophageal stricture
B) heartburn
C) reflux
D) achalasia
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Thomas receives milk pudding with his breakfast. What type of a fluid is this under the National Dysphagia Guidelines?
A) thin
B) nectarlike
C) honeylike
D) spoon-thick
A) thin
B) nectarlike
C) honeylike
D) spoon-thick
Question
Interventions that can help eliminate distress from gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) include ____.
A) lying down for 30 minutes after meals
B) fluid intake with meals
C) consuming small meals
D) a pureed diet
A) lying down for 30 minutes after meals
B) fluid intake with meals
C) consuming small meals
D) a pureed diet
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Sam has been diagnosed with esophageal dysphagia. This means that he has ____.
A) difficulty passing a bolus of food through the esophagus into the stomach
B) coughing during swallowing
C) an inability to initiate swallowing
D) excessive secretion of saliva
A) difficulty passing a bolus of food through the esophagus into the stomach
B) coughing during swallowing
C) an inability to initiate swallowing
D) excessive secretion of saliva
Question
One of the most common complications from dysphagia is ____.
A) duodenal ulcers
B) esophageal spasm
C) aspiration
D) gastroesophageal reflux
A) duodenal ulcers
B) esophageal spasm
C) aspiration
D) gastroesophageal reflux
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Bacterial overgrowth, a common consequence of gastric surgeries, is caused by all of the following factors EXCEPT :
A) reduced gastric acid secretion
B) altered motility of intestinal contents
C) changes in intestinal anatomy due to surgery
D) deficiency of fat-soluble vitamins
A) reduced gastric acid secretion
B) altered motility of intestinal contents
C) changes in intestinal anatomy due to surgery
D) deficiency of fat-soluble vitamins
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What meets the guidelines for a postgastrectomy diet?
A) unlimited liquids with meals
B) unlimited simple sugar intake
C) small, frequent meals and snacks
D) unrestricted simple carbohydrate intake
A) unlimited liquids with meals
B) unlimited simple sugar intake
C) small, frequent meals and snacks
D) unrestricted simple carbohydrate intake
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Ellen is suffering from abdominal bloating. Avoiding which practice will most likely resolve some of her symptoms?
A) drinking bottled water
B) chewing gum
C) taking estrogen
D) eating chocolate
A) drinking bottled water
B) chewing gum
C) taking estrogen
D) eating chocolate
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A patient suffering from chronic nausea should eat ____.
A) a hot breakfast in the morning
B) a tuna salad sandwich at lunch
C) dry toast or crackers
D) bagels with jalapeño cream cheese
A) a hot breakfast in the morning
B) a tuna salad sandwich at lunch
C) dry toast or crackers
D) bagels with jalapeño cream cheese
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An individual with gastritis and hypochlorhydria is most at risk of deficiency for what nutrient?
A) vitamin C
B) vitamin B 12
C) sodium
D) phosphorus
A) vitamin C
B) vitamin B 12
C) sodium
D) phosphorus
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Karen has intractable vomiting. Which type of a diet order would be most appropriate for her?
A) gastric tube feeding
B) intestinal tube feeding
C) parenteral nutrition
D) clear liquid
A) gastric tube feeding
B) intestinal tube feeding
C) parenteral nutrition
D) clear liquid
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Dumping syndrome occurs when ____.
A) nutrients are absorbed too quickly from the stomach
B) fluids are transitioned too rapidly through the large intestine
C) food and fluids are quickly emptied from the stomach into the small intestine
D) food enters the stomach rapidly through the lower esophageal sphincter
A) nutrients are absorbed too quickly from the stomach
B) fluids are transitioned too rapidly through the large intestine
C) food and fluids are quickly emptied from the stomach into the small intestine
D) food enters the stomach rapidly through the lower esophageal sphincter
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Anemia may develop after a gastrectomy because ____.
A) surgery alters vitamin B 6 absorption
B) calcium-rich foods are avoided
C) iron and vitamin B 12 are absorbed poorly
D) lactose is absorbed poorly
A) surgery alters vitamin B 6 absorption
B) calcium-rich foods are avoided
C) iron and vitamin B 12 are absorbed poorly
D) lactose is absorbed poorly
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The postgastrectomy diet often includes ____.
A) fluid with meals
B) refined carbohydrates
C) foods high in fat
D) supplementation with calcium and vitamin D
A) fluid with meals
B) refined carbohydrates
C) foods high in fat
D) supplementation with calcium and vitamin D
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Which beverage is recommended on a postgastrectomy diet?
A) Water sweetened with Splenda
B) 100% juice
C) regular cola
D) milkshake
A) Water sweetened with Splenda
B) 100% juice
C) regular cola
D) milkshake
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What is a potential side effect associated with antacids?
A) hyperglycemia
B) decreased absorption of fat
C) decreased iron absorption
D) decreased absorption of vitamin B 6
A) hyperglycemia
B) decreased absorption of fat
C) decreased iron absorption
D) decreased absorption of vitamin B 6
Question
One of the primary goals of nutrition after gastrectomy is to ____.
A) promote healing of stomach tissue
B) prevent dehydration
C) support nutrient excretion
D) avoid peptic ulcer development
A) promote healing of stomach tissue
B) prevent dehydration
C) support nutrient excretion
D) avoid peptic ulcer development
Question
In what percentage of individuals with chronic Helicobacter pylori infection does a peptic ulcer actually develop?
A) 5 to 15
B) 45 to 50
C) 60 to 65
D) 75 to 80
A) 5 to 15
B) 45 to 50
C) 60 to 65
D) 75 to 80
Question
Nutrition care and treatment of peptic ulcers includes ____.
A) quitting smoking
B) consuming dry, starchy foods
C) Increasing caffeine intake
D) eating meals 30 minutes before bedtime
A) quitting smoking
B) consuming dry, starchy foods
C) Increasing caffeine intake
D) eating meals 30 minutes before bedtime
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The dietary management of acute gastritis includes ____.
A) avoiding antacids
B) eating dry crackers
C) increasing aspirin for pain
D) avoiding alcohol
A) avoiding antacids
B) eating dry crackers
C) increasing aspirin for pain
D) avoiding alcohol
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What are symptoms associated with early dumping syndrome?
A) Anxiety and confusion
B) Headache and dizziness
C) Palpitations and weakness
D) Flushing and sweating
A) Anxiety and confusion
B) Headache and dizziness
C) Palpitations and weakness
D) Flushing and sweating
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Gastroparesis most often develops as a consequence of what condition?
A) cardiomyopathy
B) Kawasaki disease
C) diabetes
D) hepatitis
A) cardiomyopathy
B) Kawasaki disease
C) diabetes
D) hepatitis
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Peptic ulcer patients should avoid food consumption for at least ____ before bedtime.
A) 30 minutes
B) 1 hour
C) 2 hours
D) 3 hours
A) 30 minutes
B) 1 hour
C) 2 hours
D) 3 hours
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In a partial gastrectomy, only part of the stomach is removed and the remaining portion is connected to the ____.
A) pyloric sphincter
B) ileum
C) duodenum or jejunum
D) lower esophageal sphincter
A) pyloric sphincter
B) ileum
C) duodenum or jejunum
D) lower esophageal sphincter
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Austin is a 42-year-old obese male. He is researching surgical options to lose weight. Which type of bariatric surgery is fully reversible?
A) gastric banding
B) gastric bypass
C) biliopancreatic diversion
D) total gastrectomy
A) gastric banding
B) gastric bypass
C) biliopancreatic diversion
D) total gastrectomy
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The inflammatory process induced by periodontal pathogens may ____.
A) slow the progression of rheumatoid arthritis
B) decrease insulin resistance
C) improve immune responses
D) accelerate the progression of atherosclerosis
A) slow the progression of rheumatoid arthritis
B) decrease insulin resistance
C) improve immune responses
D) accelerate the progression of atherosclerosis
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Which of the following would most likely help to manage xerostomia?
A) consuming foods with high fluid content, such as soup
B) eating dry crackers to stimulate saliva
C) avoiding wearing clothes that are too tight around the waist
D) consuming coffee to stimulate saliva
A) consuming foods with high fluid content, such as soup
B) eating dry crackers to stimulate saliva
C) avoiding wearing clothes that are too tight around the waist
D) consuming coffee to stimulate saliva
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The nurse suspects a swallowing problem and recommends an evaluation that involves direct visualization of the esophagus, which will most likely be performed by ____.
A) a barium swallow test
B) an endoscopy
C) a neurological exam
D) surgery
A) a barium swallow test
B) an endoscopy
C) a neurological exam
D) surgery
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Following bariatric surgery, what food would need to be avoided?
A) shellfish
B) ice cream
C) popcorn
D) coffee
A) shellfish
B) ice cream
C) popcorn
D) coffee
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The doctor writes a prescription order for a(n) _______ supplement because of Mr. Hammond's blood loss.
A) iron
B) vitamin B 12
C) vitamin C
D) folic acid
A) iron
B) vitamin B 12
C) vitamin C
D) folic acid
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What is a risk factor for the development of periodontal disease?
A) wearing dentures
B) tobacco smoking
C) history of cardiovascular disease
D) excessive salivation
A) wearing dentures
B) tobacco smoking
C) history of cardiovascular disease
D) excessive salivation
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To avoid dumping syndrome after bariatric surgery, a patient should ____.
A) consume liquids with meals
B) avoid foods high in sugars
C) avoid lying down for at least 30 minutes after eating
D) choose foods that are high in starch
A) consume liquids with meals
B) avoid foods high in sugars
C) avoid lying down for at least 30 minutes after eating
D) choose foods that are high in starch
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Which beverage should Mr. Hammond consume while being treated for gastritis?
A) coffee
B) tea
C) cola
D) noncarbonated water
A) coffee
B) tea
C) cola
D) noncarbonated water
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A possible cause of the patient's condition is ____.
A) stroke
B) Achalasia
C) emphysema
D) esophageal cancer
A) stroke
B) Achalasia
C) emphysema
D) esophageal cancer
Question
The patient is placed on a Level 2 Dysphagia Mechanically Altered diet for her swallowing problem. Which food would you expect her to have the most difficulty with?
A) moist oatmeal
B) baked potato with gravy
C) rice
D) canned peach slices
A) moist oatmeal
B) baked potato with gravy
C) rice
D) canned peach slices
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Mr. Hammond is placed on ____ for 24 to 48 hours to rest the stomach.
A) a mechanical soft diet
B) a bland diet
C) NPO (nothing by mouth)
D) enteral nutrition support
A) a mechanical soft diet
B) a bland diet
C) NPO (nothing by mouth)
D) enteral nutrition support
Question
An obese individual is considered to be a candidate for bariatric surgery if he or she has a body mass index (BMI) greater than ____, regardless of whether there are any secondary obesity-associated health problems.
A) 25
B) 30
C) 35
D) 40
A) 25
B) 30
C) 35
D) 40
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56-60. Short Case Study Questions
James Hammond is a 37-year-old business executive. He travels worldwide and has a very stressful schedule. He has been having chronic pain in his stomach for a month. After a recent trip he visits his physician after 5 days of nausea, vomiting, and blood in his stool and is diagnosed with severe gastritis.
Mr) Hammond's gastritis may have been caused by ____.
A) infection
B) intake of acidic foods
C) antibodies
D) intake of high-fiber foods
James Hammond is a 37-year-old business executive. He travels worldwide and has a very stressful schedule. He has been having chronic pain in his stomach for a month. After a recent trip he visits his physician after 5 days of nausea, vomiting, and blood in his stool and is diagnosed with severe gastritis.
Mr) Hammond's gastritis may have been caused by ____.
A) infection
B) intake of acidic foods
C) antibodies
D) intake of high-fiber foods
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On evaluation the patient is found to have chronic aspiration of food into her lungs. What may have caused the patient's diagnosis to be delayed?
A) respiratory infection
B) abnormal cough reflex
C) dehydration
D) weight loss
A) respiratory infection
B) abnormal cough reflex
C) dehydration
D) weight loss
Question
Amy is recovering from gastric bypass surgery and needs to learn new dietary habits. What intervention can best help Amy to promote weight loss and healing after surgery?
A) eating three regular meals a day
B) snacking throughout the day to feel satisfied
C) consuming fluids with meals and snacks
D) chewing food thoroughly
A) eating three regular meals a day
B) snacking throughout the day to feel satisfied
C) consuming fluids with meals and snacks
D) chewing food thoroughly
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56-60. Short Case Study Questions
James Hammond is a 37-year-old business executive. He travels worldwide and has a very stressful schedule. He has been having chronic pain in his stomach for a month. After a recent trip he visits his physician after 5 days of nausea, vomiting, and blood in his stool and is diagnosed with severe gastritis.
Mr) Hammond is prescribed a 2-week regimen of antibiotics and proton-pump inhibitors (PPIs). Based on this information, which is most likely to be the primary cause of his gastritis?
A) intake of alcohol
B) Helicobacter pylori
C) radiation therapy
D) bile reflux
James Hammond is a 37-year-old business executive. He travels worldwide and has a very stressful schedule. He has been having chronic pain in his stomach for a month. After a recent trip he visits his physician after 5 days of nausea, vomiting, and blood in his stool and is diagnosed with severe gastritis.
Mr) Hammond is prescribed a 2-week regimen of antibiotics and proton-pump inhibitors (PPIs). Based on this information, which is most likely to be the primary cause of his gastritis?
A) intake of alcohol
B) Helicobacter pylori
C) radiation therapy
D) bile reflux
Question
Why is a person with diabetes mellitus at higher risk for developing periodontal disease?
A) impaired immune response
B) increased rigidity of the collagen structure of tissues
C) decreased dental plaque
D) increased salivation
A) impaired immune response
B) increased rigidity of the collagen structure of tissues
C) decreased dental plaque
D) increased salivation
Question
As plaque invades the space below the gumline of the teeth, ____ can damage the tissues that hold the tooth in place.
A) toxic bacterial by-products
B) calculus
C) caries
D) salivary amylase
A) toxic bacterial by-products
B) calculus
C) caries
D) salivary amylase
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51-55. Short Case Study Questions
A 73-year-old retired administrative assistant has had recurrent episodes of pneumonia with weight loss for the past 5 months. Her past medical history includes high cholesterol and diabetes. Currently, she is admitted to the hospital because of complications arising from a recent stroke.
The nurse documents that the patient has nasal regurgitation and a hoarse, wet voice. She most likely has ____.
A) oropharyngeal dysphagia
B) esophageal dysphagia
C) achalasia
D) strictures
A 73-year-old retired administrative assistant has had recurrent episodes of pneumonia with weight loss for the past 5 months. Her past medical history includes high cholesterol and diabetes. Currently, she is admitted to the hospital because of complications arising from a recent stroke.
The nurse documents that the patient has nasal regurgitation and a hoarse, wet voice. She most likely has ____.
A) oropharyngeal dysphagia
B) esophageal dysphagia
C) achalasia
D) strictures
Question
Long-term complications following bariatric surgery include ____.
A) peptic ulcer disease
B) pressure ulcers
C) heart failure
D) bone disease
A) peptic ulcer disease
B) pressure ulcers
C) heart failure
D) bone disease
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Match between columns
Premises:
Responses:
chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
proton-pump inhibitors
chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
hiatal hernia
chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
histamine-2 receptor blockers
chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
acute gastritis
chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
oropharyngeal dysphagia
chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
esophageal dysphagia
chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
dyspepsia
chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
atrophic gastritis
chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
hypochlorhydria
chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
achalasia
chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
Helicobacter pylori
chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
Barrett's esophagus
chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
xerostomia
chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
Pernicious anemia
chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
bariatric surgery
chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
periodontal disease
chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
achlorhydria
chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
gingivitis
chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
stricture
chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
gastroparesis
chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
Sjögren's syndrome
chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
dental calculus
chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
gastrectomy
chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
dumping syndrome
chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
peptic ulcer
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
proton-pump inhibitors
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
hiatal hernia
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
histamine-2 receptor blockers
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
acute gastritis
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
oropharyngeal dysphagia
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
esophageal dysphagia
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
dyspepsia
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
atrophic gastritis
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
hypochlorhydria
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
achalasia
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
Helicobacter pylori
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
Barrett's esophagus
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
xerostomia
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
Pernicious anemia
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
bariatric surgery
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
periodontal disease
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
achlorhydria
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
gingivitis
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
stricture
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
gastroparesis
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
Sjögren's syndrome
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
dental calculus
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
gastrectomy
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
dumping syndrome
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
peptic ulcer
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
proton-pump inhibitors
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
hiatal hernia
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
histamine-2 receptor blockers
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
acute gastritis
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
oropharyngeal dysphagia
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
esophageal dysphagia
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
dyspepsia
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
atrophic gastritis
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
hypochlorhydria
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
achalasia
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
Helicobacter pylori
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
Barrett's esophagus
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
xerostomia
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
Pernicious anemia
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
bariatric surgery
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
periodontal disease
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
achlorhydria
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
gingivitis
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
stricture
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
gastroparesis
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
Sjögren's syndrome
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
dental calculus
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
gastrectomy
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
dumping syndrome
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
peptic ulcer
absence of gastric acid secretion
proton-pump inhibitors
absence of gastric acid secretion
hiatal hernia
absence of gastric acid secretion
histamine-2 receptor blockers
absence of gastric acid secretion
acute gastritis
absence of gastric acid secretion
oropharyngeal dysphagia
absence of gastric acid secretion
esophageal dysphagia
absence of gastric acid secretion
dyspepsia
absence of gastric acid secretion
atrophic gastritis
absence of gastric acid secretion
hypochlorhydria
absence of gastric acid secretion
achalasia
absence of gastric acid secretion
Helicobacter pylori
absence of gastric acid secretion
Barrett's esophagus
absence of gastric acid secretion
xerostomia
absence of gastric acid secretion
Pernicious anemia
absence of gastric acid secretion
bariatric surgery
absence of gastric acid secretion
periodontal disease
absence of gastric acid secretion
achlorhydria
absence of gastric acid secretion
gingivitis
absence of gastric acid secretion
stricture
absence of gastric acid secretion
gastroparesis
absence of gastric acid secretion
Sjögren's syndrome
absence of gastric acid secretion
dental calculus
absence of gastric acid secretion
gastrectomy
absence of gastric acid secretion
dumping syndrome
absence of gastric acid secretion
peptic ulcer
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
proton-pump inhibitors
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
hiatal hernia
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
histamine-2 receptor blockers
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
acute gastritis
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
oropharyngeal dysphagia
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
esophageal dysphagia
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
dyspepsia
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
atrophic gastritis
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
hypochlorhydria
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
achalasia
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
Helicobacter pylori
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
Barrett's esophagus
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
xerostomia
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
Pernicious anemia
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
bariatric surgery
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
periodontal disease
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
achlorhydria
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
gingivitis
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
stricture
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
gastroparesis
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
Sjögren's syndrome
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
dental calculus
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
gastrectomy
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
dumping syndrome
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
peptic ulcer
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
proton-pump inhibitors
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
hiatal hernia
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
histamine-2 receptor blockers
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
acute gastritis
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
oropharyngeal dysphagia
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
esophageal dysphagia
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
dyspepsia
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
atrophic gastritis
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
hypochlorhydria
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
achalasia
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
Helicobacter pylori
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
Barrett's esophagus
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
xerostomia
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
Pernicious anemia
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
bariatric surgery
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
periodontal disease
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
achlorhydria
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
gingivitis
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
stricture
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
gastroparesis
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
Sjögren's syndrome
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
dental calculus
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
gastrectomy
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
dumping syndrome
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
peptic ulcer
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
proton-pump inhibitors
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
hiatal hernia
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
histamine-2 receptor blockers
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
acute gastritis
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
oropharyngeal dysphagia
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
esophageal dysphagia
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
dyspepsia
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
atrophic gastritis
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
hypochlorhydria
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
achalasia
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
Helicobacter pylori
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
Barrett's esophagus
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
xerostomia
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
Pernicious anemia
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
bariatric surgery
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
periodontal disease
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
achlorhydria
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
gingivitis
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
stricture
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
gastroparesis
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
Sjögren's syndrome
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
dental calculus
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
gastrectomy
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
dumping syndrome
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
peptic ulcer
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
proton-pump inhibitors
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
hiatal hernia
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
histamine-2 receptor blockers
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
acute gastritis
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
oropharyngeal dysphagia
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
esophageal dysphagia
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
dyspepsia
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
atrophic gastritis
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
hypochlorhydria
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
achalasia
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
Helicobacter pylori
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
Barrett's esophagus
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
xerostomia
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
Pernicious anemia
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
bariatric surgery
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
periodontal disease
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
achlorhydria
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
gingivitis
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
stricture
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
gastroparesis
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
Sjögren's syndrome
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
dental calculus
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
gastrectomy
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
dumping syndrome
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
peptic ulcer
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
proton-pump inhibitors
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
hiatal hernia
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
histamine-2 receptor blockers
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
acute gastritis
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
oropharyngeal dysphagia
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
esophageal dysphagia
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
dyspepsia
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
atrophic gastritis
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
hypochlorhydria
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
achalasia
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
Helicobacter pylori
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
Barrett's esophagus
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
xerostomia
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
Pernicious anemia
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
bariatric surgery
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
periodontal disease
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
achlorhydria
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
gingivitis
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
stricture
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
gastroparesis
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
Sjögren's syndrome
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
dental calculus
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
gastrectomy
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
dumping syndrome
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
peptic ulcer
surgery that treats obesity
proton-pump inhibitors
surgery that treats obesity
hiatal hernia
surgery that treats obesity
histamine-2 receptor blockers
surgery that treats obesity
acute gastritis
surgery that treats obesity
oropharyngeal dysphagia
surgery that treats obesity
esophageal dysphagia
surgery that treats obesity
dyspepsia
surgery that treats obesity
atrophic gastritis
surgery that treats obesity
hypochlorhydria
surgery that treats obesity
achalasia
surgery that treats obesity
Helicobacter pylori
surgery that treats obesity
Barrett's esophagus
surgery that treats obesity
xerostomia
surgery that treats obesity
Pernicious anemia
surgery that treats obesity
bariatric surgery
surgery that treats obesity
periodontal disease
surgery that treats obesity
achlorhydria
surgery that treats obesity
gingivitis
surgery that treats obesity
stricture
surgery that treats obesity
gastroparesis
surgery that treats obesity
Sjögren's syndrome
surgery that treats obesity
dental calculus
surgery that treats obesity
gastrectomy
surgery that treats obesity
dumping syndrome
surgery that treats obesity
peptic ulcer
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
proton-pump inhibitors
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
hiatal hernia
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
histamine-2 receptor blockers
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
acute gastritis
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
oropharyngeal dysphagia
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
esophageal dysphagia
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
dyspepsia
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
atrophic gastritis
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
hypochlorhydria
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
achalasia
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
Helicobacter pylori
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
Barrett's esophagus
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
xerostomia
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
Pernicious anemia
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
bariatric surgery
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
periodontal disease
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
achlorhydria
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
gingivitis
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
stricture
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
gastroparesis
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
Sjögren's syndrome
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
dental calculus
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
gastrectomy
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
dumping syndrome
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
peptic ulcer
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
proton-pump inhibitors
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
hiatal hernia
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
histamine-2 receptor blockers
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
acute gastritis
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
oropharyngeal dysphagia
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
esophageal dysphagia
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
dyspepsia
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
atrophic gastritis
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
hypochlorhydria
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
achalasia
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
Helicobacter pylori
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
Barrett's esophagus
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
xerostomia
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
Pernicious anemia
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
bariatric surgery
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
periodontal disease
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
achlorhydria
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
gingivitis
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
stricture
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
gastroparesis
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
Sjögren's syndrome
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
dental calculus
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
gastrectomy
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
dumping syndrome
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
peptic ulcer
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
proton-pump inhibitors
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
hiatal hernia
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
histamine-2 receptor blockers
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
acute gastritis
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
oropharyngeal dysphagia
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
esophageal dysphagia
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
dyspepsia
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
atrophic gastritis
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
hypochlorhydria
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
achalasia
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
Helicobacter pylori
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
Barrett's esophagus
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
xerostomia
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
Pernicious anemia
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
bariatric surgery
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
periodontal disease
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
achlorhydria
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
gingivitis
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
stricture
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
gastroparesis
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
Sjögren's syndrome
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
dental calculus
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
gastrectomy
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
dumping syndrome
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
peptic ulcer
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
proton-pump inhibitors
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
hiatal hernia
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
histamine-2 receptor blockers
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
acute gastritis
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
oropharyngeal dysphagia
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
esophageal dysphagia
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
dyspepsia
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
atrophic gastritis
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
hypochlorhydria
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
achalasia
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
Helicobacter pylori
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
Barrett's esophagus
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
xerostomia
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
Pernicious anemia
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
bariatric surgery
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
periodontal disease
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
achlorhydria
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
gingivitis
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
stricture
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
gastroparesis
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
Sjögren's syndrome
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
dental calculus
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
gastrectomy
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
dumping syndrome
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
peptic ulcer
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
proton-pump inhibitors
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
hiatal hernia
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
histamine-2 receptor blockers
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
acute gastritis
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
oropharyngeal dysphagia
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
esophageal dysphagia
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
dyspepsia
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
atrophic gastritis
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
hypochlorhydria
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
achalasia
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
Helicobacter pylori
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
Barrett's esophagus
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
xerostomia
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
Pernicious anemia
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
bariatric surgery
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
periodontal disease
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
achlorhydria
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
gingivitis
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
stricture
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
gastroparesis
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
Sjögren's syndrome
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
dental calculus
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
gastrectomy
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
dumping syndrome
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
peptic ulcer
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
proton-pump inhibitors
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
hiatal hernia
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
histamine-2 receptor blockers
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
acute gastritis
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
oropharyngeal dysphagia
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
esophageal dysphagia
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
dyspepsia
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
atrophic gastritis
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
hypochlorhydria
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
achalasia
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
Helicobacter pylori
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
Barrett's esophagus
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
xerostomia
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
Pernicious anemia
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
bariatric surgery
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
periodontal disease
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
achlorhydria
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
gingivitis
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
stricture
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
gastroparesis
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
Sjögren's syndrome
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
dental calculus
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
gastrectomy
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
dumping syndrome
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
peptic ulcer
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
proton-pump inhibitors
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
hiatal hernia
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
histamine-2 receptor blockers
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
acute gastritis
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
oropharyngeal dysphagia
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
esophageal dysphagia
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
dyspepsia
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
atrophic gastritis
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
hypochlorhydria
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
achalasia
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
Helicobacter pylori
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
Barrett's esophagus
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
xerostomia
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
Pernicious anemia
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
bariatric surgery
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
periodontal disease
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
achlorhydria
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
gingivitis
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
stricture
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
gastroparesis
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
Sjögren's syndrome
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
dental calculus
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
gastrectomy
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
dumping syndrome
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
peptic ulcer
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
proton-pump inhibitors
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
hiatal hernia
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
histamine-2 receptor blockers
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
acute gastritis
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
oropharyngeal dysphagia
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
esophageal dysphagia
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
dyspepsia
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
atrophic gastritis
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
hypochlorhydria
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
achalasia
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
Helicobacter pylori
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
Barrett's esophagus
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
xerostomia
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
Pernicious anemia
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
bariatric surgery
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
periodontal disease
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
achlorhydria
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
gingivitis
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
stricture
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
gastroparesis
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
Sjögren's syndrome
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
dental calculus
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
gastrectomy
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
dumping syndrome
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
peptic ulcer
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
proton-pump inhibitors
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
hiatal hernia
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
histamine-2 receptor blockers
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
acute gastritis
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
oropharyngeal dysphagia
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
esophageal dysphagia
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
dyspepsia
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
atrophic gastritis
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
hypochlorhydria
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
achalasia
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
Helicobacter pylori
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
Barrett's esophagus
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
xerostomia
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
Pernicious anemia
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
bariatric surgery
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
periodontal disease
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
achlorhydria
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
gingivitis
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
stricture
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
gastroparesis
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
Sjögren's syndrome
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
dental calculus
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
gastrectomy
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
dumping syndrome
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
peptic ulcer
vitamin B12 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
proton-pump inhibitors
vitamin B12 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
hiatal hernia
vitamin B12 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
histamine-2 receptor blockers
vitamin B12 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
acute gastritis
vitamin B12 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
oropharyngeal dysphagia
vitamin B12 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
esophageal dysphagia
vitamin B12 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
dyspepsia
vitamin B12 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
atrophic gastritis
vitamin B12 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
hypochlorhydria
vitamin B12 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
achalasia
vitamin B12 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
Helicobacter pylori
vitamin B12 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
Barrett's esophagus
vitamin B12 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
xerostomia
vitamin B12 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
Pernicious anemia
vitamin B12 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
bariatric surgery
vitamin B12 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
periodontal disease
vitamin B12 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
achlorhydria
vitamin B12 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
gingivitis
vitamin B12 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
stricture
vitamin B12 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
gastroparesis
vitamin B12 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
Sjögren's syndrome
vitamin B12 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
dental calculus
vitamin B12 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
gastrectomy
vitamin B12 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
dumping syndrome
vitamin B12 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
peptic ulcer
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
proton-pump inhibitors
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
hiatal hernia
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
histamine-2 receptor blockers
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
acute gastritis
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
oropharyngeal dysphagia
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
esophageal dysphagia
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
dyspepsia
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
atrophic gastritis
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
hypochlorhydria
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
achalasia
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
Helicobacter pylori
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
Barrett's esophagus
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
xerostomia
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
Pernicious anemia
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
bariatric surgery
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
periodontal disease
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
achlorhydria
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
gingivitis
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
stricture
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
gastroparesis
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
Sjögren's syndrome
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
dental calculus
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
gastrectomy
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
dumping syndrome
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
peptic ulcer
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
proton-pump inhibitors
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
hiatal hernia
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
histamine-2 receptor blockers
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
acute gastritis
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
oropharyngeal dysphagia
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
esophageal dysphagia
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
dyspepsia
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
atrophic gastritis
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
hypochlorhydria
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
achalasia
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
Helicobacter pylori
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
Barrett's esophagus
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
xerostomia
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
Pernicious anemia
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
bariatric surgery
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
periodontal disease
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
achlorhydria
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
gingivitis
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
stricture
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
gastroparesis
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
Sjögren's syndrome
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
dental calculus
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
gastrectomy
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
dumping syndrome
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
peptic ulcer
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
proton-pump inhibitors
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
hiatal hernia
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
histamine-2 receptor blockers
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
acute gastritis
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
oropharyngeal dysphagia
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
esophageal dysphagia
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
dyspepsia
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
atrophic gastritis
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
hypochlorhydria
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
achalasia
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
Helicobacter pylori
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
Barrett's esophagus
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
xerostomia
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
Pernicious anemia
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
bariatric surgery
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
periodontal disease
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
achlorhydria
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
gingivitis
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
stricture
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
gastroparesis
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
Sjögren's syndrome
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
dental calculus
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
gastrectomy
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
dumping syndrome
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
peptic ulcer
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
proton-pump inhibitors
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
hiatal hernia
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
histamine-2 receptor blockers
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
acute gastritis
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
oropharyngeal dysphagia
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
esophageal dysphagia
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
dyspepsia
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
atrophic gastritis
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
hypochlorhydria
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
achalasia
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
Helicobacter pylori
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
Barrett's esophagus
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
xerostomia
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
Pernicious anemia
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
bariatric surgery
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
periodontal disease
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
achlorhydria
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
gingivitis
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
stricture
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
gastroparesis
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
Sjögren's syndrome
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
dental calculus
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
gastrectomy
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
dumping syndrome
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
peptic ulcer
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility
proton-pump inhibitors
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility
hiatal hernia
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility
histamine-2 receptor blockers
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility
acute gastritis
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility
oropharyngeal dysphagia
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility
esophageal dysphagia
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility
dyspepsia
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility
atrophic gastritis
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility
hypochlorhydria
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility
achalasia
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility
Helicobacter pylori
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility
Barrett's esophagus
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility
xerostomia
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility
Pernicious anemia
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility
bariatric surgery
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility
periodontal disease
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility
achlorhydria
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility
gingivitis
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility
stricture
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility
gastroparesis
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility
Sjögren's syndrome
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility
dental calculus
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility
gastrectomy
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility
dumping syndrome
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility
peptic ulcer
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Describe the potential complications of gastritis and dietary recommendations for control of the condition.
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Discuss the complications of dysphagia and explain how dietary interventions can help with dysphagia management.
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Discuss the relationship between oral health and diabetes mellitus, atherosclerosis, and respiratory illnesses.
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Deck 23: Upper Gastrointestinal Disorders
1
What food should be avoided in Level 3 of the National Dysphagia Diet?
A) clam chowder
B) poached eggs
C) canned fruit salad
D) fruit yogurt
A) clam chowder
B) poached eggs
C) canned fruit salad
D) fruit yogurt
A
2
Which beverage is most appropriate for a client with dysphagia with a diet order for nectar-like liquids?
A) water
B) chicken broth
C) iced tea
D) tomato juice
A) water
B) chicken broth
C) iced tea
D) tomato juice
D
3
When evaluating dysphagia, peristalsis and sphincter pressure are measured by ____.
A) a manometer
B) X-ray
C) echocardiography
D) fluoroscopy
A) a manometer
B) X-ray
C) echocardiography
D) fluoroscopy
A
4
A potential long-term consequence of chronic reflux and Barrett's esophagus is ____.
A) esophageal cancer
B) liver disease
C) peptic ulcer disease
D) kidney failure
A) esophageal cancer
B) liver disease
C) peptic ulcer disease
D) kidney failure
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5
Frequent reflux of highly acidic gastric fluids results in ____.
A) inflammation and scarring of the esophagus
B) stomach ulcers
C) decreased production of saliva
D) an inability to use medications
A) inflammation and scarring of the esophagus
B) stomach ulcers
C) decreased production of saliva
D) an inability to use medications
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6
Pain or discomfort in the upper abdominal area is termed ____.
A) dysphagia
B) dyspepsia
C) epigastria
D) achalasia
A) dysphagia
B) dyspepsia
C) epigastria
D) achalasia
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7
An example of a strategy used by dietitians to encourage patients on mechanically altered diets to eat is to ____.
A) allow them to eat all desired foods
B) prepare a person's favorite foods and foods with pleasant smells
C) restrict all their favorite foods
D) allow them to eat just one meal a day
A) allow them to eat all desired foods
B) prepare a person's favorite foods and foods with pleasant smells
C) restrict all their favorite foods
D) allow them to eat just one meal a day
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8
Which food might be included on a Level 1 National Dysphagia Diet menu?
A) pureed meat
B) peanut butter
C) cottage cheese
D) chunky applesauce
A) pureed meat
B) peanut butter
C) cottage cheese
D) chunky applesauce
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9
Eric has developed dysphagia after having a stroke. He requires mechanically altered foods that are easier to swallow. His caregiver is assisting him with eating so that he will not become malnourished. What strategy can the caregiver perform that would most likely help Eric to accept his mechanically altered foods?
A) Substitute white vegetables for brightly colored ones.
B) Serve the foods on an attractive plate to improve visual appeal
C) Blend all foods and serve with a straw.
D) Heavily season the foods with salt and pepper.
A) Substitute white vegetables for brightly colored ones.
B) Serve the foods on an attractive plate to improve visual appeal
C) Blend all foods and serve with a straw.
D) Heavily season the foods with salt and pepper.
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10
The function of the lower esophageal sphincter is to ____.
A) direct food from the mouth to the esophagus
B) protect the airway during swallowing
C) prevent backflow from the esophagus
D) prevent backflow of acidic contents from the stomach
A) direct food from the mouth to the esophagus
B) protect the airway during swallowing
C) prevent backflow from the esophagus
D) prevent backflow of acidic contents from the stomach
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11
Which condition would most likely be a cause of esophageal dysphagia?
A) cleft palate
B) muscular dystrophy
C) stroke
D) achalasia
A) cleft palate
B) muscular dystrophy
C) stroke
D) achalasia
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12
A sign of oropharyngeal dysphagia is ____.
A) a sensation of food "sticking" in the esophagus
B) nasal regurgitation
C) achalasia
D) heartburn
A) a sensation of food "sticking" in the esophagus
B) nasal regurgitation
C) achalasia
D) heartburn
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13
Which increases the risk of GERD by increasing pressure in the stomach?
A) chocolate
B) wearing tight clothing
C) diazepam
D) cigarette smoking
A) chocolate
B) wearing tight clothing
C) diazepam
D) cigarette smoking
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14
To minimize symptoms of dyspepsia, which might patients be advised to do?
A) consume large meals
B) eat only raw foods
C) avoid highly spiced foods
D) drink coffee rather than fruit juice
A) consume large meals
B) eat only raw foods
C) avoid highly spiced foods
D) drink coffee rather than fruit juice
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15
A degenerative nerve condition affecting the esophagus, characterized by impaired peristalsis and incomplete relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter when swallowing, is called ____.
A) achalasia
B) achlorhydria
C) hypochlorhydria
D) stricture
A) achalasia
B) achlorhydria
C) hypochlorhydria
D) stricture
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16
The backward flow of acidic contents from the stomach into the esophagus is referred to as ____.
A) an esophageal stricture
B) heartburn
C) reflux
D) achalasia
A) an esophageal stricture
B) heartburn
C) reflux
D) achalasia
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17
Thomas receives milk pudding with his breakfast. What type of a fluid is this under the National Dysphagia Guidelines?
A) thin
B) nectarlike
C) honeylike
D) spoon-thick
A) thin
B) nectarlike
C) honeylike
D) spoon-thick
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18
Interventions that can help eliminate distress from gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) include ____.
A) lying down for 30 minutes after meals
B) fluid intake with meals
C) consuming small meals
D) a pureed diet
A) lying down for 30 minutes after meals
B) fluid intake with meals
C) consuming small meals
D) a pureed diet
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19
Sam has been diagnosed with esophageal dysphagia. This means that he has ____.
A) difficulty passing a bolus of food through the esophagus into the stomach
B) coughing during swallowing
C) an inability to initiate swallowing
D) excessive secretion of saliva
A) difficulty passing a bolus of food through the esophagus into the stomach
B) coughing during swallowing
C) an inability to initiate swallowing
D) excessive secretion of saliva
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20
One of the most common complications from dysphagia is ____.
A) duodenal ulcers
B) esophageal spasm
C) aspiration
D) gastroesophageal reflux
A) duodenal ulcers
B) esophageal spasm
C) aspiration
D) gastroesophageal reflux
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21
Bacterial overgrowth, a common consequence of gastric surgeries, is caused by all of the following factors EXCEPT :
A) reduced gastric acid secretion
B) altered motility of intestinal contents
C) changes in intestinal anatomy due to surgery
D) deficiency of fat-soluble vitamins
A) reduced gastric acid secretion
B) altered motility of intestinal contents
C) changes in intestinal anatomy due to surgery
D) deficiency of fat-soluble vitamins
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22
What meets the guidelines for a postgastrectomy diet?
A) unlimited liquids with meals
B) unlimited simple sugar intake
C) small, frequent meals and snacks
D) unrestricted simple carbohydrate intake
A) unlimited liquids with meals
B) unlimited simple sugar intake
C) small, frequent meals and snacks
D) unrestricted simple carbohydrate intake
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23
Ellen is suffering from abdominal bloating. Avoiding which practice will most likely resolve some of her symptoms?
A) drinking bottled water
B) chewing gum
C) taking estrogen
D) eating chocolate
A) drinking bottled water
B) chewing gum
C) taking estrogen
D) eating chocolate
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24
A patient suffering from chronic nausea should eat ____.
A) a hot breakfast in the morning
B) a tuna salad sandwich at lunch
C) dry toast or crackers
D) bagels with jalapeño cream cheese
A) a hot breakfast in the morning
B) a tuna salad sandwich at lunch
C) dry toast or crackers
D) bagels with jalapeño cream cheese
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25
An individual with gastritis and hypochlorhydria is most at risk of deficiency for what nutrient?
A) vitamin C
B) vitamin B 12
C) sodium
D) phosphorus
A) vitamin C
B) vitamin B 12
C) sodium
D) phosphorus
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26
Karen has intractable vomiting. Which type of a diet order would be most appropriate for her?
A) gastric tube feeding
B) intestinal tube feeding
C) parenteral nutrition
D) clear liquid
A) gastric tube feeding
B) intestinal tube feeding
C) parenteral nutrition
D) clear liquid
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27
Dumping syndrome occurs when ____.
A) nutrients are absorbed too quickly from the stomach
B) fluids are transitioned too rapidly through the large intestine
C) food and fluids are quickly emptied from the stomach into the small intestine
D) food enters the stomach rapidly through the lower esophageal sphincter
A) nutrients are absorbed too quickly from the stomach
B) fluids are transitioned too rapidly through the large intestine
C) food and fluids are quickly emptied from the stomach into the small intestine
D) food enters the stomach rapidly through the lower esophageal sphincter
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28
Anemia may develop after a gastrectomy because ____.
A) surgery alters vitamin B 6 absorption
B) calcium-rich foods are avoided
C) iron and vitamin B 12 are absorbed poorly
D) lactose is absorbed poorly
A) surgery alters vitamin B 6 absorption
B) calcium-rich foods are avoided
C) iron and vitamin B 12 are absorbed poorly
D) lactose is absorbed poorly
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29
The postgastrectomy diet often includes ____.
A) fluid with meals
B) refined carbohydrates
C) foods high in fat
D) supplementation with calcium and vitamin D
A) fluid with meals
B) refined carbohydrates
C) foods high in fat
D) supplementation with calcium and vitamin D
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30
Which beverage is recommended on a postgastrectomy diet?
A) Water sweetened with Splenda
B) 100% juice
C) regular cola
D) milkshake
A) Water sweetened with Splenda
B) 100% juice
C) regular cola
D) milkshake
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31
What is a potential side effect associated with antacids?
A) hyperglycemia
B) decreased absorption of fat
C) decreased iron absorption
D) decreased absorption of vitamin B 6
A) hyperglycemia
B) decreased absorption of fat
C) decreased iron absorption
D) decreased absorption of vitamin B 6
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32
One of the primary goals of nutrition after gastrectomy is to ____.
A) promote healing of stomach tissue
B) prevent dehydration
C) support nutrient excretion
D) avoid peptic ulcer development
A) promote healing of stomach tissue
B) prevent dehydration
C) support nutrient excretion
D) avoid peptic ulcer development
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33
In what percentage of individuals with chronic Helicobacter pylori infection does a peptic ulcer actually develop?
A) 5 to 15
B) 45 to 50
C) 60 to 65
D) 75 to 80
A) 5 to 15
B) 45 to 50
C) 60 to 65
D) 75 to 80
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34
Nutrition care and treatment of peptic ulcers includes ____.
A) quitting smoking
B) consuming dry, starchy foods
C) Increasing caffeine intake
D) eating meals 30 minutes before bedtime
A) quitting smoking
B) consuming dry, starchy foods
C) Increasing caffeine intake
D) eating meals 30 minutes before bedtime
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35
The dietary management of acute gastritis includes ____.
A) avoiding antacids
B) eating dry crackers
C) increasing aspirin for pain
D) avoiding alcohol
A) avoiding antacids
B) eating dry crackers
C) increasing aspirin for pain
D) avoiding alcohol
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36
What are symptoms associated with early dumping syndrome?
A) Anxiety and confusion
B) Headache and dizziness
C) Palpitations and weakness
D) Flushing and sweating
A) Anxiety and confusion
B) Headache and dizziness
C) Palpitations and weakness
D) Flushing and sweating
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37
Gastroparesis most often develops as a consequence of what condition?
A) cardiomyopathy
B) Kawasaki disease
C) diabetes
D) hepatitis
A) cardiomyopathy
B) Kawasaki disease
C) diabetes
D) hepatitis
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38
Peptic ulcer patients should avoid food consumption for at least ____ before bedtime.
A) 30 minutes
B) 1 hour
C) 2 hours
D) 3 hours
A) 30 minutes
B) 1 hour
C) 2 hours
D) 3 hours
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In a partial gastrectomy, only part of the stomach is removed and the remaining portion is connected to the ____.
A) pyloric sphincter
B) ileum
C) duodenum or jejunum
D) lower esophageal sphincter
A) pyloric sphincter
B) ileum
C) duodenum or jejunum
D) lower esophageal sphincter
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40
Austin is a 42-year-old obese male. He is researching surgical options to lose weight. Which type of bariatric surgery is fully reversible?
A) gastric banding
B) gastric bypass
C) biliopancreatic diversion
D) total gastrectomy
A) gastric banding
B) gastric bypass
C) biliopancreatic diversion
D) total gastrectomy
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41
The inflammatory process induced by periodontal pathogens may ____.
A) slow the progression of rheumatoid arthritis
B) decrease insulin resistance
C) improve immune responses
D) accelerate the progression of atherosclerosis
A) slow the progression of rheumatoid arthritis
B) decrease insulin resistance
C) improve immune responses
D) accelerate the progression of atherosclerosis
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42
Which of the following would most likely help to manage xerostomia?
A) consuming foods with high fluid content, such as soup
B) eating dry crackers to stimulate saliva
C) avoiding wearing clothes that are too tight around the waist
D) consuming coffee to stimulate saliva
A) consuming foods with high fluid content, such as soup
B) eating dry crackers to stimulate saliva
C) avoiding wearing clothes that are too tight around the waist
D) consuming coffee to stimulate saliva
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43
The nurse suspects a swallowing problem and recommends an evaluation that involves direct visualization of the esophagus, which will most likely be performed by ____.
A) a barium swallow test
B) an endoscopy
C) a neurological exam
D) surgery
A) a barium swallow test
B) an endoscopy
C) a neurological exam
D) surgery
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44
Following bariatric surgery, what food would need to be avoided?
A) shellfish
B) ice cream
C) popcorn
D) coffee
A) shellfish
B) ice cream
C) popcorn
D) coffee
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45
The doctor writes a prescription order for a(n) _______ supplement because of Mr. Hammond's blood loss.
A) iron
B) vitamin B 12
C) vitamin C
D) folic acid
A) iron
B) vitamin B 12
C) vitamin C
D) folic acid
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46
What is a risk factor for the development of periodontal disease?
A) wearing dentures
B) tobacco smoking
C) history of cardiovascular disease
D) excessive salivation
A) wearing dentures
B) tobacco smoking
C) history of cardiovascular disease
D) excessive salivation
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47
To avoid dumping syndrome after bariatric surgery, a patient should ____.
A) consume liquids with meals
B) avoid foods high in sugars
C) avoid lying down for at least 30 minutes after eating
D) choose foods that are high in starch
A) consume liquids with meals
B) avoid foods high in sugars
C) avoid lying down for at least 30 minutes after eating
D) choose foods that are high in starch
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48
Which beverage should Mr. Hammond consume while being treated for gastritis?
A) coffee
B) tea
C) cola
D) noncarbonated water
A) coffee
B) tea
C) cola
D) noncarbonated water
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49
A possible cause of the patient's condition is ____.
A) stroke
B) Achalasia
C) emphysema
D) esophageal cancer
A) stroke
B) Achalasia
C) emphysema
D) esophageal cancer
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50
The patient is placed on a Level 2 Dysphagia Mechanically Altered diet for her swallowing problem. Which food would you expect her to have the most difficulty with?
A) moist oatmeal
B) baked potato with gravy
C) rice
D) canned peach slices
A) moist oatmeal
B) baked potato with gravy
C) rice
D) canned peach slices
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51
Mr. Hammond is placed on ____ for 24 to 48 hours to rest the stomach.
A) a mechanical soft diet
B) a bland diet
C) NPO (nothing by mouth)
D) enteral nutrition support
A) a mechanical soft diet
B) a bland diet
C) NPO (nothing by mouth)
D) enteral nutrition support
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An obese individual is considered to be a candidate for bariatric surgery if he or she has a body mass index (BMI) greater than ____, regardless of whether there are any secondary obesity-associated health problems.
A) 25
B) 30
C) 35
D) 40
A) 25
B) 30
C) 35
D) 40
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56-60. Short Case Study Questions
James Hammond is a 37-year-old business executive. He travels worldwide and has a very stressful schedule. He has been having chronic pain in his stomach for a month. After a recent trip he visits his physician after 5 days of nausea, vomiting, and blood in his stool and is diagnosed with severe gastritis.
Mr) Hammond's gastritis may have been caused by ____.
A) infection
B) intake of acidic foods
C) antibodies
D) intake of high-fiber foods
James Hammond is a 37-year-old business executive. He travels worldwide and has a very stressful schedule. He has been having chronic pain in his stomach for a month. After a recent trip he visits his physician after 5 days of nausea, vomiting, and blood in his stool and is diagnosed with severe gastritis.
Mr) Hammond's gastritis may have been caused by ____.
A) infection
B) intake of acidic foods
C) antibodies
D) intake of high-fiber foods
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On evaluation the patient is found to have chronic aspiration of food into her lungs. What may have caused the patient's diagnosis to be delayed?
A) respiratory infection
B) abnormal cough reflex
C) dehydration
D) weight loss
A) respiratory infection
B) abnormal cough reflex
C) dehydration
D) weight loss
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Amy is recovering from gastric bypass surgery and needs to learn new dietary habits. What intervention can best help Amy to promote weight loss and healing after surgery?
A) eating three regular meals a day
B) snacking throughout the day to feel satisfied
C) consuming fluids with meals and snacks
D) chewing food thoroughly
A) eating three regular meals a day
B) snacking throughout the day to feel satisfied
C) consuming fluids with meals and snacks
D) chewing food thoroughly
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56-60. Short Case Study Questions
James Hammond is a 37-year-old business executive. He travels worldwide and has a very stressful schedule. He has been having chronic pain in his stomach for a month. After a recent trip he visits his physician after 5 days of nausea, vomiting, and blood in his stool and is diagnosed with severe gastritis.
Mr) Hammond is prescribed a 2-week regimen of antibiotics and proton-pump inhibitors (PPIs). Based on this information, which is most likely to be the primary cause of his gastritis?
A) intake of alcohol
B) Helicobacter pylori
C) radiation therapy
D) bile reflux
James Hammond is a 37-year-old business executive. He travels worldwide and has a very stressful schedule. He has been having chronic pain in his stomach for a month. After a recent trip he visits his physician after 5 days of nausea, vomiting, and blood in his stool and is diagnosed with severe gastritis.
Mr) Hammond is prescribed a 2-week regimen of antibiotics and proton-pump inhibitors (PPIs). Based on this information, which is most likely to be the primary cause of his gastritis?
A) intake of alcohol
B) Helicobacter pylori
C) radiation therapy
D) bile reflux
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Why is a person with diabetes mellitus at higher risk for developing periodontal disease?
A) impaired immune response
B) increased rigidity of the collagen structure of tissues
C) decreased dental plaque
D) increased salivation
A) impaired immune response
B) increased rigidity of the collagen structure of tissues
C) decreased dental plaque
D) increased salivation
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As plaque invades the space below the gumline of the teeth, ____ can damage the tissues that hold the tooth in place.
A) toxic bacterial by-products
B) calculus
C) caries
D) salivary amylase
A) toxic bacterial by-products
B) calculus
C) caries
D) salivary amylase
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51-55. Short Case Study Questions
A 73-year-old retired administrative assistant has had recurrent episodes of pneumonia with weight loss for the past 5 months. Her past medical history includes high cholesterol and diabetes. Currently, she is admitted to the hospital because of complications arising from a recent stroke.
The nurse documents that the patient has nasal regurgitation and a hoarse, wet voice. She most likely has ____.
A) oropharyngeal dysphagia
B) esophageal dysphagia
C) achalasia
D) strictures
A 73-year-old retired administrative assistant has had recurrent episodes of pneumonia with weight loss for the past 5 months. Her past medical history includes high cholesterol and diabetes. Currently, she is admitted to the hospital because of complications arising from a recent stroke.
The nurse documents that the patient has nasal regurgitation and a hoarse, wet voice. She most likely has ____.
A) oropharyngeal dysphagia
B) esophageal dysphagia
C) achalasia
D) strictures
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Long-term complications following bariatric surgery include ____.
A) peptic ulcer disease
B) pressure ulcers
C) heart failure
D) bone disease
A) peptic ulcer disease
B) pressure ulcers
C) heart failure
D) bone disease
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chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
proton-pump inhibitors
chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
hiatal hernia
chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
histamine-2 receptor blockers
chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
acute gastritis
chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
oropharyngeal dysphagia
chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
esophageal dysphagia
chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
dyspepsia
chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
atrophic gastritis
chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
hypochlorhydria
chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
achalasia
chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
Helicobacter pylori
chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
Barrett's esophagus
chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
xerostomia
chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
Pernicious anemia
chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
bariatric surgery
chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
periodontal disease
chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
achlorhydria
chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
gingivitis
chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
stricture
chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
gastroparesis
chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
Sjögren's syndrome
chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
dental calculus
chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
gastrectomy
chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
dumping syndrome
chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
peptic ulcer
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
proton-pump inhibitors
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
hiatal hernia
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
histamine-2 receptor blockers
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
acute gastritis
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
oropharyngeal dysphagia
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
esophageal dysphagia
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
dyspepsia
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
atrophic gastritis
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
hypochlorhydria
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
achalasia
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
Helicobacter pylori
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
Barrett's esophagus
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
xerostomia
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
Pernicious anemia
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
bariatric surgery
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
periodontal disease
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
achlorhydria
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
gingivitis
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
stricture
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
gastroparesis
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
Sjögren's syndrome
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
dental calculus
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
gastrectomy
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
dumping syndrome
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
peptic ulcer
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
proton-pump inhibitors
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
hiatal hernia
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
histamine-2 receptor blockers
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
acute gastritis
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
oropharyngeal dysphagia
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
esophageal dysphagia
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
dyspepsia
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
atrophic gastritis
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
hypochlorhydria
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
achalasia
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
Helicobacter pylori
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
Barrett's esophagus
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
xerostomia
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
Pernicious anemia
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
bariatric surgery
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
periodontal disease
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
achlorhydria
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
gingivitis
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
stricture
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
gastroparesis
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
Sjögren's syndrome
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
dental calculus
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
gastrectomy
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
dumping syndrome
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
peptic ulcer
absence of gastric acid secretion
proton-pump inhibitors
absence of gastric acid secretion
hiatal hernia
absence of gastric acid secretion
histamine-2 receptor blockers
absence of gastric acid secretion
acute gastritis
absence of gastric acid secretion
oropharyngeal dysphagia
absence of gastric acid secretion
esophageal dysphagia
absence of gastric acid secretion
dyspepsia
absence of gastric acid secretion
atrophic gastritis
absence of gastric acid secretion
hypochlorhydria
absence of gastric acid secretion
achalasia
absence of gastric acid secretion
Helicobacter pylori
absence of gastric acid secretion
Barrett's esophagus
absence of gastric acid secretion
xerostomia
absence of gastric acid secretion
Pernicious anemia
absence of gastric acid secretion
bariatric surgery
absence of gastric acid secretion
periodontal disease
absence of gastric acid secretion
achlorhydria
absence of gastric acid secretion
gingivitis
absence of gastric acid secretion
stricture
absence of gastric acid secretion
gastroparesis
absence of gastric acid secretion
Sjögren's syndrome
absence of gastric acid secretion
dental calculus
absence of gastric acid secretion
gastrectomy
absence of gastric acid secretion
dumping syndrome
absence of gastric acid secretion
peptic ulcer
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
proton-pump inhibitors
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
hiatal hernia
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
histamine-2 receptor blockers
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
acute gastritis
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
oropharyngeal dysphagia
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
esophageal dysphagia
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
dyspepsia
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
atrophic gastritis
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
hypochlorhydria
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
achalasia
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
Helicobacter pylori
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
Barrett's esophagus
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
xerostomia
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
Pernicious anemia
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
bariatric surgery
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
periodontal disease
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
achlorhydria
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
gingivitis
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
stricture
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
gastroparesis
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
Sjögren's syndrome
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
dental calculus
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
gastrectomy
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
dumping syndrome
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
peptic ulcer
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
proton-pump inhibitors
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
hiatal hernia
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
histamine-2 receptor blockers
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
acute gastritis
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
oropharyngeal dysphagia
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
esophageal dysphagia
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
dyspepsia
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
atrophic gastritis
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
hypochlorhydria
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
achalasia
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
Helicobacter pylori
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
Barrett's esophagus
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
xerostomia
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
Pernicious anemia
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
bariatric surgery
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
periodontal disease
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
achlorhydria
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
gingivitis
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
stricture
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
gastroparesis
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
Sjögren's syndrome
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
dental calculus
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
gastrectomy
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
dumping syndrome
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
peptic ulcer
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
proton-pump inhibitors
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
hiatal hernia
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
histamine-2 receptor blockers
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
acute gastritis
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
oropharyngeal dysphagia
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
esophageal dysphagia
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
dyspepsia
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
atrophic gastritis
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
hypochlorhydria
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
achalasia
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
Helicobacter pylori
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
Barrett's esophagus
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
xerostomia
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
Pernicious anemia
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
bariatric surgery
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
periodontal disease
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
achlorhydria
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
gingivitis
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
stricture
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
gastroparesis
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
Sjögren's syndrome
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
dental calculus
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
gastrectomy
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
dumping syndrome
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
peptic ulcer
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
proton-pump inhibitors
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
hiatal hernia
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
histamine-2 receptor blockers
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
acute gastritis
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
oropharyngeal dysphagia
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
esophageal dysphagia
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
dyspepsia
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
atrophic gastritis
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
hypochlorhydria
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
achalasia
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
Helicobacter pylori
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
Barrett's esophagus
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
xerostomia
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
Pernicious anemia
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
bariatric surgery
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
periodontal disease
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
achlorhydria
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
gingivitis
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
stricture
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
gastroparesis
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
Sjögren's syndrome
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
dental calculus
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
gastrectomy
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
dumping syndrome
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
peptic ulcer
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
proton-pump inhibitors
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
hiatal hernia
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
histamine-2 receptor blockers
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
acute gastritis
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
oropharyngeal dysphagia
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
esophageal dysphagia
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
dyspepsia
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
atrophic gastritis
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
hypochlorhydria
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
achalasia
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
Helicobacter pylori
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
Barrett's esophagus
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
xerostomia
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
Pernicious anemia
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
bariatric surgery
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
periodontal disease
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
achlorhydria
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
gingivitis
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
stricture
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
gastroparesis
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
Sjögren's syndrome
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
dental calculus
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
gastrectomy
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
dumping syndrome
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
peptic ulcer
surgery that treats obesity
proton-pump inhibitors
surgery that treats obesity
hiatal hernia
surgery that treats obesity
histamine-2 receptor blockers
surgery that treats obesity
acute gastritis
surgery that treats obesity
oropharyngeal dysphagia
surgery that treats obesity
esophageal dysphagia
surgery that treats obesity
dyspepsia
surgery that treats obesity
atrophic gastritis
surgery that treats obesity
hypochlorhydria
surgery that treats obesity
achalasia
surgery that treats obesity
Helicobacter pylori
surgery that treats obesity
Barrett's esophagus
surgery that treats obesity
xerostomia
surgery that treats obesity
Pernicious anemia
surgery that treats obesity
bariatric surgery
surgery that treats obesity
periodontal disease
surgery that treats obesity
achlorhydria
surgery that treats obesity
gingivitis
surgery that treats obesity
stricture
surgery that treats obesity
gastroparesis
surgery that treats obesity
Sjögren's syndrome
surgery that treats obesity
dental calculus
surgery that treats obesity
gastrectomy
surgery that treats obesity
dumping syndrome
surgery that treats obesity
peptic ulcer
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
proton-pump inhibitors
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
hiatal hernia
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
histamine-2 receptor blockers
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
acute gastritis
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
oropharyngeal dysphagia
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
esophageal dysphagia
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
dyspepsia
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
atrophic gastritis
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
hypochlorhydria
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
achalasia
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
Helicobacter pylori
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
Barrett's esophagus
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
xerostomia
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
Pernicious anemia
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
bariatric surgery
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
periodontal disease
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
achlorhydria
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
gingivitis
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
stricture
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
gastroparesis
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
Sjögren's syndrome
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
dental calculus
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
gastrectomy
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
dumping syndrome
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
peptic ulcer
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
proton-pump inhibitors
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
hiatal hernia
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
histamine-2 receptor blockers
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
acute gastritis
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
oropharyngeal dysphagia
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
esophageal dysphagia
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
dyspepsia
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
atrophic gastritis
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
hypochlorhydria
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
achalasia
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
Helicobacter pylori
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
Barrett's esophagus
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
xerostomia
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
Pernicious anemia
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
bariatric surgery
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
periodontal disease
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
achlorhydria
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
gingivitis
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
stricture
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
gastroparesis
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
Sjögren's syndrome
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
dental calculus
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
gastrectomy
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
dumping syndrome
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
peptic ulcer
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
proton-pump inhibitors
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
hiatal hernia
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
histamine-2 receptor blockers
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
acute gastritis
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
oropharyngeal dysphagia
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
esophageal dysphagia
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
dyspepsia
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
atrophic gastritis
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
hypochlorhydria
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
achalasia
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
Helicobacter pylori
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
Barrett's esophagus
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
xerostomia
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
Pernicious anemia
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
bariatric surgery
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
periodontal disease
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
achlorhydria
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
gingivitis
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
stricture
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
gastroparesis
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
Sjögren's syndrome
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
dental calculus
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
gastrectomy
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
dumping syndrome
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
peptic ulcer
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
proton-pump inhibitors
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
hiatal hernia
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
histamine-2 receptor blockers
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
acute gastritis
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
oropharyngeal dysphagia
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
esophageal dysphagia
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
dyspepsia
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
atrophic gastritis
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
hypochlorhydria
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
achalasia
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
Helicobacter pylori
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
Barrett's esophagus
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
xerostomia
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
Pernicious anemia
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
bariatric surgery
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
periodontal disease
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
achlorhydria
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
gingivitis
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
stricture
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
gastroparesis
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
Sjögren's syndrome
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
dental calculus
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
gastrectomy
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
dumping syndrome
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
peptic ulcer
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
proton-pump inhibitors
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
hiatal hernia
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
histamine-2 receptor blockers
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
acute gastritis
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
oropharyngeal dysphagia
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
esophageal dysphagia
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
dyspepsia
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
atrophic gastritis
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
hypochlorhydria
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
achalasia
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
Helicobacter pylori
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
Barrett's esophagus
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
xerostomia
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
Pernicious anemia
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
bariatric surgery
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
periodontal disease
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
achlorhydria
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
gingivitis
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
stricture
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
gastroparesis
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
Sjögren's syndrome
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
dental calculus
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
gastrectomy
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
dumping syndrome
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
peptic ulcer
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
proton-pump inhibitors
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
hiatal hernia
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
histamine-2 receptor blockers
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
acute gastritis
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
oropharyngeal dysphagia
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
esophageal dysphagia
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
dyspepsia
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
atrophic gastritis
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
hypochlorhydria
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
achalasia
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
Helicobacter pylori
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
Barrett's esophagus
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
xerostomia
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
Pernicious anemia
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
bariatric surgery
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
periodontal disease
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
achlorhydria
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
gingivitis
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
stricture
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
gastroparesis
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
Sjögren's syndrome
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
dental calculus
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
gastrectomy
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
dumping syndrome
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
peptic ulcer
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
proton-pump inhibitors
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
hiatal hernia
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
histamine-2 receptor blockers
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
acute gastritis
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
oropharyngeal dysphagia
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
esophageal dysphagia
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
dyspepsia
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
atrophic gastritis
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
hypochlorhydria
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
achalasia
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
Helicobacter pylori
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
Barrett's esophagus
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
xerostomia
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
Pernicious anemia
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
bariatric surgery
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
periodontal disease
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
achlorhydria
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
gingivitis
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
stricture
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
gastroparesis
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
Sjögren's syndrome
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
dental calculus
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
gastrectomy
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
dumping syndrome
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
peptic ulcer
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
proton-pump inhibitors
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
hiatal hernia
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
histamine-2 receptor blockers
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
acute gastritis
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
oropharyngeal dysphagia
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
esophageal dysphagia
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
dyspepsia
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
atrophic gastritis
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
hypochlorhydria
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
achalasia
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
Helicobacter pylori
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
Barrett's esophagus
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
xerostomia
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
Pernicious anemia
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
bariatric surgery
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
periodontal disease
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
achlorhydria
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
gingivitis
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
stricture
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
gastroparesis
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
Sjögren's syndrome
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
dental calculus
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
gastrectomy
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
dumping syndrome
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
peptic ulcer
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
proton-pump inhibitors
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
hiatal hernia
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
histamine-2 receptor blockers
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
acute gastritis
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
oropharyngeal dysphagia
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
esophageal dysphagia
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
dyspepsia
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
atrophic gastritis
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
hypochlorhydria
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
achalasia
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
Helicobacter pylori
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
Barrett's esophagus
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
xerostomia
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
Pernicious anemia
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
bariatric surgery
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
periodontal disease
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
achlorhydria
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
gingivitis
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
stricture
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
gastroparesis
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
Sjögren's syndrome
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
dental calculus
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
gastrectomy
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
dumping syndrome
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
peptic ulcer
vitamin B12 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
proton-pump inhibitors
vitamin B12 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
hiatal hernia
vitamin B12 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
histamine-2 receptor blockers
vitamin B12 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
acute gastritis
vitamin B12 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
oropharyngeal dysphagia
vitamin B12 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
esophageal dysphagia
vitamin B12 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
dyspepsia
vitamin B12 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
atrophic gastritis
vitamin B12 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
hypochlorhydria
vitamin B12 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
achalasia
vitamin B12 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
Helicobacter pylori
vitamin B12 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
Barrett's esophagus
vitamin B12 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
xerostomia
vitamin B12 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
Pernicious anemia
vitamin B12 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
bariatric surgery
vitamin B12 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
periodontal disease
vitamin B12 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
achlorhydria
vitamin B12 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
gingivitis
vitamin B12 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
stricture
vitamin B12 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
gastroparesis
vitamin B12 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
Sjögren's syndrome
vitamin B12 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
dental calculus
vitamin B12 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
gastrectomy
vitamin B12 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
dumping syndrome
vitamin B12 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
peptic ulcer
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
proton-pump inhibitors
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
hiatal hernia
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
histamine-2 receptor blockers
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
acute gastritis
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
oropharyngeal dysphagia
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
esophageal dysphagia
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
dyspepsia
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
atrophic gastritis
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
hypochlorhydria
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
achalasia
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
Helicobacter pylori
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
Barrett's esophagus
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
xerostomia
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
Pernicious anemia
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
bariatric surgery
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
periodontal disease
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
achlorhydria
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
gingivitis
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
stricture
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
gastroparesis
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
Sjögren's syndrome
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
dental calculus
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
gastrectomy
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
dumping syndrome
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
peptic ulcer
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
proton-pump inhibitors
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
hiatal hernia
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
histamine-2 receptor blockers
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
acute gastritis
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
oropharyngeal dysphagia
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
esophageal dysphagia
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
dyspepsia
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
atrophic gastritis
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
hypochlorhydria
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
achalasia
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
Helicobacter pylori
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
Barrett's esophagus
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
xerostomia
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
Pernicious anemia
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
bariatric surgery
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
periodontal disease
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
achlorhydria
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
gingivitis
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
stricture
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
gastroparesis
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
Sjögren's syndrome
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
dental calculus
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
gastrectomy
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
dumping syndrome
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
peptic ulcer
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
proton-pump inhibitors
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
hiatal hernia
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
histamine-2 receptor blockers
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
acute gastritis
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
oropharyngeal dysphagia
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
esophageal dysphagia
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
dyspepsia
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
atrophic gastritis
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
hypochlorhydria
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
achalasia
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
Helicobacter pylori
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
Barrett's esophagus
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
xerostomia
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
Pernicious anemia
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
bariatric surgery
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
periodontal disease
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
achlorhydria
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
gingivitis
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
stricture
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
gastroparesis
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
Sjögren's syndrome
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
dental calculus
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
gastrectomy
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
dumping syndrome
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
peptic ulcer
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
proton-pump inhibitors
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
hiatal hernia
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
histamine-2 receptor blockers
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
acute gastritis
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
oropharyngeal dysphagia
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
esophageal dysphagia
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
dyspepsia
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
atrophic gastritis
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
hypochlorhydria
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
achalasia
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
Helicobacter pylori
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
Barrett's esophagus
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
xerostomia
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
Pernicious anemia
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
bariatric surgery
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
periodontal disease
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
achlorhydria
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
gingivitis
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
stricture
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
gastroparesis
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
Sjögren's syndrome
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
dental calculus
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
gastrectomy
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
dumping syndrome
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
peptic ulcer
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility
proton-pump inhibitors
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility
hiatal hernia
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility
histamine-2 receptor blockers
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility
acute gastritis
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility
oropharyngeal dysphagia
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility
esophageal dysphagia
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility
dyspepsia
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility
atrophic gastritis
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility
hypochlorhydria
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility
achalasia
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility
Helicobacter pylori
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility
Barrett's esophagus
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility
xerostomia
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility
Pernicious anemia
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility
bariatric surgery
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility
periodontal disease
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility
achlorhydria
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility
gingivitis
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility
stricture
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility
gastroparesis
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility
Sjögren's syndrome
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility
dental calculus
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility
gastrectomy
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility
dumping syndrome
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility
peptic ulcer
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62
Discuss the risk factors for periodontal disease and potential strategies for reducing risk.
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Describe the potential complications of gastritis and dietary recommendations for control of the condition.
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Discuss the complications of dysphagia and explain how dietary interventions can help with dysphagia management.
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Discuss the relationship between oral health and diabetes mellitus, atherosclerosis, and respiratory illnesses.
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Discuss the dietary interventions to help decrease nausea and vomiting.
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