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What is the main cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease?
Which type of ulcer is more common, gastric or duodenal?
When is pain worse for patients with peptic ulcer disease?
Which test can be used as a screening test for Helicobacter pylori infection?
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What is a common symptom of peptic ulcer disease?
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What is the main cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease?
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In which part of the digestive system is the duodenal ulcer more common?
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Which type of pain is more common in peptic ulcer disease?
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Which test can be used as a screening test for Helicobacter pylori infection?
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What is a common symptom of peptic ulcer disease?
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Study Notes
Peptic Ulcer Disease and Gastritis
- The main cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease is Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) infection.
Types of Ulcers
- Duodenal ulcers are more common than gastric ulcers.
- Duodenal ulcers are more common in the first part of the small intestine (duodenum).
Pain Patterns
- Pain is worse at night for patients with peptic ulcer disease.
- The type of pain more common in peptic ulcer disease is epigastric pain.
Diagnostic Tests
- Urea breath test can be used as a screening test for Helicobacter pylori infection.
Symptoms
- A common symptom of peptic ulcer disease is abdominal pain.
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Description
Test your knowledge of peptic ulcer disease with this quiz. Learn about the causes, clinical features, and differences between gastric and duodenal ulcers.
