Gastrointestinal Cancer Symptoms and Causes
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What is a good indicator of GI cancer?

  • Coughing
  • Trouble swallowing (correct)
  • Bloating or gas buildup
  • Epigastric discomfort
  • Which of the following can cause or worsen symptoms of GI disorders?

  • Medications such as NSAIDs and bisphosphonates (correct)
  • Cessation of smoking and drinking
  • A strict diet
  • Avoiding hiatal hernia
  • What is a possible consequence of a stricture or narrowing of the esophagus?

  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Burping and bloating
  • Difficulty swallowing (correct)
  • Increased risk of GI cancer
  • What is a common symptom of GI disorders?

    <p>Epigastric discomfort</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a possible cause of epigastric discomfort?

    <p>Hiatal hernia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Symptoms of GI Cancer

    • Epigastric discomfort, burping, and painful swallowing are indications of gastrointestinal (GI) cancer
    • Trouble swallowing, oropharyngeal or esophageal dysphagia, is a key symptom of GI cancer

    Causes of GI Cancer

    • Medications such as NSAIDs and bisphosphonates can contribute to GI cancer
    • Hiatal hernia is a potential cause of GI cancer
    • Stricture, whether too loose or too tight, can lead to GI cancer

    Complications of GI Cancer

    • Bloating and gas buildup can occur due to GI cancer
    • Recurrence of symptoms (sx) is possible with GI cancer

    Risk Factors for GI Cancer

    • Smoking and drinking cessation can reduce the risk of GI cancer
    • Nausea and vomiting (N/V) are risk factors for GI cancer
    • Hematochezia, or rectal bleeding, is a risk factor for GI cancer
    • Coughing can be a symptom of GI cancer
    • Smoking, alcohol consumption, and NSAID use increase the risk of GI cancer

    Importance of Detection

    • GI cancer is a significant indicator of GI cancer, emphasizing the importance of early detection

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    This quiz covers the signs and risk factors of gastrointestinal cancer, including symptoms like epigastric discomfort and difficulty swallowing, and causes such as medications and hiatal hernia.

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