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What is the primary function of antacids in the management of gastrointestinal disorders?
What is the primary function of antacids in the management of gastrointestinal disorders?
- Stimulate the production of gastric enzymes
- Reduce the production of hydrochloric acid
- Increase the contraction of gastrointestinal muscles
- Neutralize excess hydrochloric acid (correct)
What is the underlying cause of gastric hyperacidity in conditions such as dyspepsia and gastroesophageal reflux disease?
What is the underlying cause of gastric hyperacidity in conditions such as dyspepsia and gastroesophageal reflux disease?
- Insufficient production of gastric enzymes
- Excessive production of hydrochloric acid (correct)
- Abnormal contraction of gastrointestinal muscles
- Inflammation of the stomach lining
What is the term used to describe the flow of stomach acid back up into the esophagus, which can cause heartburn and regurgitation?
What is the term used to describe the flow of stomach acid back up into the esophagus, which can cause heartburn and regurgitation?
- Peptic ulcer disease
- Gastroesophageal reflux disease (correct)
- Dyspepsia
- Gastrointestinal reflux
What is another term for stomach upset or indigestion, which is often accompanied by symptoms such as bloating, nausea, and discomfort?
What is another term for stomach upset or indigestion, which is often accompanied by symptoms such as bloating, nausea, and discomfort?
What is a complication of gastric hyperacidity that can cause stomach pain and bleeding?
What is a complication of gastric hyperacidity that can cause stomach pain and bleeding?
Study Notes
Antacids
- Neutralize hydrochloric acid in gastric secretions
- Used in symptomatic management of gastrointestinal disorders
- Effective in treating gastric hyperacidity-related conditions
Conditions Treated by Antacids
- Dyspepsia
- Gastrooesophageal reflux disease
- Peptic ulcer disease
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Learn about the role of antacids in neutralizing hydrochloric acid and treating gastrointestinal disorders such as dyspepsia, gastroesophageal reflux disease, and peptic ulcer disease.
